Are you a passionate engineer eager to contribute to groundbreaking research and development? Join our team and play a key role in supporting our teams in developing cutting-edge silicon photonics integrated circuits. You'll be involved in the development process, from design and fabrication to testing and analysis, for complex photonic devices and systems-on-chip. Collaborate with experienced designers on innovative projects and large-scale silicon photonics circuits. Apply now and be part of a team pushing the boundaries of photonic technology!
- Design, develop, and maintain applications and scripts to automate tools and workflows within the photonic chip fabrication process.
- Oversee and manage the assembly and build processes for reticles used in photonic chip manufacturing, ensuring quality and efficiency.
- Understanding of semiconductor or photonic chip manufacturing processes, particularly related to reticle assembly and fabrication
- Implementing design rule checking and design for testing checks.
- Experience with manufacturing automation concepts and protocols (e.g., GDS, DRC, DFT) is highly desirable.
- Maintain and version photonic component process design kits (PDKs).
You have:
- 2-4 years of related experience.
- Strong background in Python, C++, software scripting or software development.
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Knowledge of optical design software and CAD tools (e.g. Lumerical suite and Klayout).
It would be nice if you also had:
- Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices, including testing, debugging, and deployment.
- Statistics background for implementing useful correlations, plots, charts.
- Comfortable in a remote/server/Linux environment. Background in parallel programming (multithreading and multiprocessing) is a plus.
- Experience with SQL database systems.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with directing and reviewing agentic AI systems.
Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
Our recruitment process
We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our 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.
If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.
The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.
- 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
Skills Required
- 2-4 years of related experience
- Strong background in Python, C++ and software scripting
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Knowledge of optical design software and CAD tools
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity programs include a global employee share purchase plan with company matching and multi‑year share awards. These mechanisms broaden participation and tie rewards to long‑term outcomes.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes major medical plans with supplementary options such as vision, legal services, and care navigation. The range of offerings indicates comprehensive support for medical needs.
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Parental & Family Support — A global policy grants paid leave for new parents regardless of gender and provides structured return‑to‑work support. Company‑paid life insurance further strengthens family protection across regions.
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