Neurophos · 1 day ago
Metasurface Simulation Engineer
Austin
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expNeurophos is developing an ultra-high-performance, energy-efficient photonic AI inference system. They are seeking a Metasurface Simulation Engineer to advance their AI compute accelerators by developing simulation methodologies and conducting electromagnetic numerical simulations.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Data CenterHardware
Responsibilities
Develop and refine simulation methodologies to model metasurfaces and photonic systems for AI compute acceleration
Design, set up, and execute electromagnetic numerical simulations using commercial software and in-house solvers to demonstrate groundbreaking AI compute functionality
Incorporate fabrication tolerances, process variations, and yield considerations into simulation models to ensure designs are manufacturable and robust in real-world fabrication processes
Perform statistical analysis and generate detailed technical reports to document simulation results and system capabilities
Present findings to both technical teams and executive leadership with clarity and precision
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate simulation insights into the broader system architecture and refine design iterations
Troubleshoot complex simulation models and optimize workflows for accuracy and computational efficiency
Qualification
Required
PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a related field
3+ years of hands-on experience performing electromagnetic numerical simulations for optical or photonic systems
Proven expertise with commercial simulation software (e.g., HFSS, COMSOL, Lumerical)
Deep understanding of electromagnetic principles and their application to metasurfaces and photonic systems
Experience with large-scale metasurface array modeling, including Floquet analysis, diffraction orders, and free-space optical propagation
Deep understanding of vector calculus
Experience with scripting (e.g., Python) for automation of simulation setups and data analysis
Demonstrated ability to produce and present technical reports to diverse audiences, including technical peers and executive stakeholders
Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a track record of thriving in collaborative, interdisciplinary environments
Experience working independently to solve complex simulation challenges
Preferred
Background in metasurface design or nanophotonic modeling
Familiarity with metasurfaces, spatial light modulators, or other advanced photonic components
Experience with open-source or custom EM solvers
Exposure to multi-physics simulations
Knowledge of AI hardware architectures or neural network computing applications
Hands-on experience designing custom electromagnetic simulation frameworks or high-fidelity metasurface models
Benefits
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Company
Neurophos
Neurophos develops photonic AI processing technology that focuses on hardware solutions for accelerating artificial intelligence inference.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$126.1MKey Investors
Gates Frontier FundMetaVC Partners
2026-01-22Series A· $110M
2025-12-08Series Unknown· $1.9M
2023-12-14Seed· $7.2M
Leadership Team
Patrick T. Bowen
CEO
Andrew Traverso
Co-founder & Chief Scientist
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