Photonics Architect

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Lightmatter is hiring a Photonics Architect in Toronto for an onsite role to define the micro‑architecture of a photonic based communication fabric and convert product needs into actionable specs. You’ll propose modulators, receivers, multiplexers, lasers and amplifiers, work with photonics and analog teams to estimate performance and power, and write architectural documents guiding design. Candidates should have a PhD in electrical engineering, physics or photonics, deep knowledge of photonic devices and integrated silicon photonics, and experience with FDTD Verilog‑A and VPI Photonics, plus a proven ability to collaborate across disciplines. Compensation CAD 118k to 171k base with equity and benefits; export control compliance is required. Apply by demonstrating architecture level impact with concrete designs and clear documentation, and confirm willingness to work onsite in Toronto.

We are hiring a Photonics Architect. The selected candidate will partner with the internal engineering team to deliver groundbreaking products to the market. As an architect, you will provide detailed technical documents that describe what needs to be built to the engineering team. This will require a solid understanding of process technology, state of the art in photonics design, and clear communication skills. In this role, you will be defining the (micro-)architecture for a ground-breaking photonic-based communication fabric. From component-level design to top-level layout, you will be part of a team that a

 Responsibilities:

• Propose innovative photonic designs—modulators, receivers, multiplexers, lasers, amplifiers—for the product.
• Work closely with the photonic engineering design team to provide the performance, power, and area estimates of the photonic devices within Passage.
• Actively collaborate with the analog engineering team to provide a high-bandwidth photonic interconnect solution.
• Author, review, and validate architectural specifications.

Qualifications:

• PhD in electrical engineering, physics, applied physics, or a discipline related to photonics.
• In-depth knowledge of photonic devices and semiconductor physics.
• Experience with integrated silicon photonics components. Preferably has experience with photonic simulation tools: FDTD, umerical, Verilog-A, VPI Photonics.
• Ability and desire to collaborate in a cross-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated strong problem solving skills specifically pertaining to problems that do not have obvious solutions.