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Job description
Aeva is hiring a Director, Silicon Photonics Design — a full-time, based in Mountain View, CA role. Apply directly on Aeva's careers page below.
Director, Silicon Photonics Design
Team: Photonics
Location: Mountain View, CA
Workplace Type: onsite
Salary:
Salary pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges are subject to change in the future. Depending on the position offered, equity, bonus, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, pre-tax commuter and health care/dependent care accounts, 401k plan, life and disability benefits, flexible time off, paid parental leave, and 11 paid holidays annually.
Aeva is building the next generation of products for sensing, perception for autonomous vehicles and AI data centers. With its unique ability to measure instantaneous velocity for each pixel, long-range performance at high resolutions, while being free from LiDAR or sunlight interference, Aeva’s 4D LiDAR is built from the ground up at silicon photonics scale for mass-market applications.
Role Overview:
We are looking for an expert in photonics engineering to join our core engineering team!
What you have
- 5+ years demonstrated experience with leading design teams to deliver product
- Strong background and experience designing photonics devices into foundries
- Experience with delivering complex photonics circuits taking into account system constraints and interactions
- Experience with full successful design, tape-out, and test cycles
- Experience with back reflection and stray light management strategies
- Experience in optical simulation software to evaluate optical designs
- Experience in qualifying high volume photonics components
Aeva is an Equal Opportunity Employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the seniority level for Director, Silicon Photonics Design at Aeva?
Director, Silicon Photonics Design at Aeva is a Manager level position.
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