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Analog Photonics · 2 days ago

Senior Software Engineer

positionBoston, MA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$125K/yr - $175K/yr
date3+ years exp

Analog Photonics is seeking a versatile Software Engineer with expertise in silicon photonics layout, GUI development, and test automation. The role involves developing automated tools, collaborating with engineers across disciplines, and ensuring software reliability in a multidisciplinary environment.

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain automated layout generation tools for silicon photonic devices using KLayout and Python
Implement and extend Windows-based GUI applications in C++ for design, visualization, and analysis workflows
Collaborate with photonics, electronics, and test engineers to integrate software tools into the full design and validation pipeline
Create and maintain APIs, data interfaces, and scripts to streamline design automation and verification processes
Support internal build systems, configuration management, and deployment on both Linux and Windows platforms
Participate in design reviews, propose improvements to workflow automation, and ensure high software reliability and maintainability

Qualification

PythonC++Windows GUI developmentUnix/Linux proficiencyKLayoutDesign automationMultidisciplinary teamworkProblem-solvingAttention to detail

Required

B.S. or M.S. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
more than 3 years experience in industry
Proficiency in Python for design automation and scripted layout (experience with KLayout strongly preferred)
Proficiency in C++, with experience in Windows GUI frameworks (e.g., MFC, Qt, or Win32)
Comfortable developing in both Windows and Unix/Linux environments
Strong understanding of software development best practices (version control, testing, documentation)
Ability to work closely with hardware and photonics engineers; understanding of physical design concepts and hardware constraints

Preferred

Experience with silicon photonics, semiconductor layout, or EDA tool development is preferred
Familiarity with scripting for CAD/EDA tools (e.g., Mentor, Cadence, Synopsys)
Knowledge of hardware communication interfaces or instrument control (e.g., serial, GPIB, Ethernet)
Exposure to optical simulation tools or photonics modeling workflows
Experience with cross-platform development and build systems

Company

Analog Photonics

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Analog Photonics is an electronic company that manufactures photonics integrated circuits and high performing silicon products.
dateFounded in 2012
location
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
people-size11-50 employees
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https://www.analogphotonics.com/home/

H1B Sponsorship

Analog Photonics has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$0.1M
2020-06-30Grant· $0.1M

Leadership Team

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Michael Watts
CEO
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