Silicon Photonics Design Engineer

NOKIA
84,560 to 157,040 *Plus potential incentive/variable compensation for eligible roles.
life insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, New York, New York
171 Madison Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 15, 2025
We are searching for a Silicon Photonics Design Engineer to engage in the research and development of silicon photonics integrated circuit technology. The candidate will take responsibility for the development process for complex photonic devices and systems-on-chip, from design through fabrication, testing and analysis. As a member of our silicon photonics design team, you'll be working alongside other experienced silicon photonics designers with strong records of delivering innovative photonic device designs and large-scale silicon photonics circuits. Lead or support the design of active and passive photonic devices and/or complex photonic integrated circuits and systems. Develop new design approaches and innovate on both device-level design and system-level optimization. Interact with fab partners. Contribute to test development and lead the test data analysis of your devices to correlate design with measurements. Collaborate with all other functional teams in the organization to deliver co-designed and co-optimized photonics systems. You have: MS or PhD in integrated optics, silicon photonics, electrical engineering, or applied physics. 2+ years of experience in silicon photonics design, testing, and characterization. Strong lab skills in optical testing, fiber-waveguide coupling, and design verification. Proficient in Python or C/C++ with solid understanding of optics and electromagnetics. It would be nice if you had: Previous Nokia intern or co-op experience. Proficient with optics design tools (e.g., Lumerical) and photonic circuit design. Hands-on experience in silicon photonic device design, characterization, and modeling. Programming skills with a solid understanding of fiber and integrated optics. Come create the technology that helps the world act together Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world. We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work What we offer Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered. Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality: One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg Workplace Pride Global Benchmark At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia's employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed. Additional Information US/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to: Corporate Retirement Savings Plan Health and dental benefits Short-term disability, and long-term disability Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) Paid time off for holidays and Vacation Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Assistance Plan Adoption assistance Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program The above benefits exclude students. Disclaimer for US/Canada Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity.( Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role) All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.