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COMPANY INFORMATION
For over three decades, Silvaco, based in Silicon Valley, California and with global locations around the world has solved semiconductor design challenges by offering affordable and competitive TCAD (Technology Computer Aided Design) software, EDA (Electronic Design Automation) software, proven design IP (intellectual property), and world class support to engineers and researchers across the globe. Silvaco solutions span from atoms to systems: starting with simulation of material behavior impacting semiconductor devices, to design and analysis of transistor circuits, and lastly providing IP blocks for systems-on-chip (SoC) designs. Our solutions are deployed in production flows across broad industry segments such as leading display companies, automotive OEM suppliers, and top Memory, 5G, and IoT (internet of things) providers.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES; include but not limited to:
Develop and validate photonics reference designs for various passive na active photonics devices.
Perform nominal simulations as well as manufacturing variation studies for each reference design, using provided GDSII files and process parameters.
Assist with testing, formatting, and publication of new photonics examples based on completed reference designs.
Review existing training materials and identify gaps; help produce updated collateral aligned with photonic design workflows.
Work closely with Silvaco Photonics simulation and Dev teams to better understand tool usage and achieve the objectives above.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Junior/Senior-level undergraduate or Graduate student (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Photonics
Knowledge and coursework in photonics, electromagnetics, semiconductor device physics,
Experience in semiconductor industry preferred.
Experience in international and remote team building preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods of sitting and typing
Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.
Ability to lift (up) to 15 pounds at times.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
At Silvaco, we do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Please submit your application no latter than May 15th 2026 by:
Email to aucphotonics-group@aucegypt.edu
Hiring Location: Remote