Laser Design Engineer

Lumicity

The Role

Overview

Design, model, and simulate high‑speed/high‑power InP and GaAs semiconductor lasers for R&D.

Key Responsibilities

  • laser modeling
  • simulations
  • data analysis
  • design verification
  • report preparation
  • process collaboration

Tasks

-Develop high-speed and high-power laser models and simulations using in-house tools, commercial software, and custom scripts. -Prepare detailed reports and present progress updates to the engineering team. -Partner with internal Growth, Processing, Packaging, Characterization, and Reliability teams to verify and validate designs. -Contribute to innovative laser design concepts and optimization projects. -Analyze test data to refine device designs and modeling accuracy. -Collaborate closely with process and fabrication engineers on process flow and photomask design. -Perform optical waveguide, DC, RF, and thermal simulations.

Requirements

  • phd
  • vcsel
  • matlab
  • laser design
  • detail-oriented
  • optoelectronics

What You Bring

-PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a related discipline (or Master’s with 5+ years of relevant laser design experience). -Experience with one or more of the following is a plus: high-speed lasers, EML, VCSEL, or high-power lasers. -Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to think analytically and creatively. -Immigration sponsorship available (must be currently authorized to work in the U.S.) -At least 2 years of hands-on experience in semiconductor laser design preferred. -Skilled in Matlab or similar programming tools. -Knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes beneficial. -Strong understanding of semiconductor laser, photodetector, and optoelectronic device theory.

Benefits

-Generous paid time off, including year-end PTO payout -Competitive compensation package with relocation support (within the U.S.) -401(k) with employer match -Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision)

The Company

About Lumicity

-Headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in San Diego, Houston, Miami, and Chicago, the firm has scaled effectively through strategic expansion. -Specializes in recruiting for Engineering, Life Sciences, Technology, and Energy sectors, targeting high-growth industries like semiconductors, robotics, and medical devices. -Operates on contract and direct-hire models, offering contingent, retained, and executive search services to meet client needs. -Project highlights include staffing C-suite roles in oncology biotech startups, scaling digital-health engineering teams post-Series C, and sourcing cleared RF engineers for aerospace clients. -Consultants bring industry expertise and a 'human touch,' leveraging deep domain knowledge to fill niche technical roles.

Sector Specialisms

Engineering

Energy

Technology

Medical

Digital Health

Pharmaceutical

Visa Sponsorship

-immigration sponsorship available -must be currently authorized to work in the u.s.