Posted 13 days ago
Senior Photonics Simulation Engineer:
@ Averro
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Averro is hiring a Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Optical Engineer Lead in Ottawa, Ontario, for a photonic integrated circuits design firm. The role acts as simulation subject-matter expert and lead, covering photonic circuit simulation, optical device design and optical characterization. The posting states a salary of $150,000 CAD, direct hire, with medical, dental, vision, vacation, bonus and equity benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Simuler des circuits photoniques intégrés avec RSoft, Lumerical et Python
- Concevoir et valider des dispositifs optiques (AWG, hybrides optiques, séparateurs de polarisation)
- Diriger la caractérisation optique et guider les techniciens
- Maintenir le code de simulation et les registres de validation
Requirements summary:
- Doctorat en physique, génie électrique, optique ou photonique, ou maîtrise avec 4+ ans d'expérience
- Solides connaissances en optique guidée et simulateurs photoniques
- Maîtrise de Python (NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib)
- Expérience pratique des tests optiques
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
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- 2026-11-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-10
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Laboratory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Doctorate (preferred), Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, Photonics |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Performance bonus, Stock or equity |
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Averro
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|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
Job Title: Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Optical Engineer Lead
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Pay Rate: $150,000 CAN
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, vacation, bonus, equity, and more
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Optical Engineer for a photonic integrated circuits design firm, who would act as the Simulation SME and Lead. This would be a great opportunity for someone with experience in circuit simulation and optical device design looking to further their career in integrated photonics.
• Simulate photonic integrated circuits using commercial tools (RSoft, Lumerical) and custom Python code; automate design optimization and parameter sweeps
• Design and layout optical devices (AWGs, optical hybrids, polarization splitters) across silica, silicon nitride, and silicon photonics platforms
• Validate designs through measurement correlation, convergence analysis, and linking measured performance to fabrication variables
• Lead optical characterization; define test plans and guide technicians in equipment operation and data quality procedures
• Maintain simulation codebase and validation records; communicate technical results to engineering and management teams
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or Photonics; or M.Sc. with 4+ years integrated-photonics industry experience
• Strong foundation in guided-wave optics theory, commercial photonics simulators (RSoft, Lumerical), and inverse optical design methodologies
• Proficiency in Python scientific computing (NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib) and hands-on optical testing (tunable lasers, spectrum analyzers, fiber alignment, insertion loss/PDL measurement)
WHY AVERRO?
Averro is a veteran-owned staffing and solutions firm connecting top talent with cutting-edge companies. With 20+ years of experience and industry-specialized recruiters in your corner, we're here to propel your career forward.
Averro is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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