AR Waveguide Design Engineer
Applied Materials, Santa Clara, CA, United States
Who We Are
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting‑edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next‑generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary: $138,000.00 – $190,000.00
Location: Santa Clara, CA
You'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.
Within the Office of the CTO, the Photonics Platforms Business is a pioneer in the manufacturing and commercialization of integrated nano‑photonic devices for applications in imaging, sensing and displays. We are harnessing the power of Applied Materials’ world‑leading material science and nano‑fabrication capabilities to enable the next generation of photonic devices.
We are seeking a full‑time Waveguide Design Engineer with experience in nanophotonic modelling, design, and fabrication, to develop the next generation AR products with unrivaled performance. This position requires an MS or PhD in photonics, optics, physics, or a related field. Candidates must have a strong background in nanophotonic design, hands‑on lab experience, and expertise with optical materials and fabrication methods. Previous experience working on product development and familiarity with optimization techniques is advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
Utilize a comprehensive suite of custom waveguide design tools to identify new directions of hardware development
Collaborate with fabrication teams to most effectively optimize designs for realistic production
Develop new tools for enhancing photonic modelling and design capabilities
Collaborate with customer teams to co‑optimize waveguides with projection optics and frames
Key Qualifications
MS or PhD in photonics, optics, physics, or related field
Proficiency in MATLAB and C++
Experience with optical simulations (RCWA, FDTD, FEM, etc.)
3+ years in nanophotonic design (particularly nanophotonics and diffractive optics)
3+ years experience in an optical lab environment (hands‑on experience creating benchtop optical systems)
Familiar with optical metrology methods and metrics
Familiar with optical materials (glasses, crystals, thin films, adhesives, etc.)
Familiar with waveguide manufacturing processes (Deposition methods, Dry Etch, Wet Etch, NIL, Photolithography, Dicing, Edge Blackening)
Familiar with physical metrology methods (SEM, TEM, Elemental Analysis, CDSEM, AFM, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with non‑convex optimization methods
Experience with parallel computing
Additional Information
Time Type: Full time
Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Relocation Eligible: Yes
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e‑mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877‑612‑7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting‑edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next‑generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary: $138,000.00 – $190,000.00
Location: Santa Clara, CA
You'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.
Within the Office of the CTO, the Photonics Platforms Business is a pioneer in the manufacturing and commercialization of integrated nano‑photonic devices for applications in imaging, sensing and displays. We are harnessing the power of Applied Materials’ world‑leading material science and nano‑fabrication capabilities to enable the next generation of photonic devices.
We are seeking a full‑time Waveguide Design Engineer with experience in nanophotonic modelling, design, and fabrication, to develop the next generation AR products with unrivaled performance. This position requires an MS or PhD in photonics, optics, physics, or a related field. Candidates must have a strong background in nanophotonic design, hands‑on lab experience, and expertise with optical materials and fabrication methods. Previous experience working on product development and familiarity with optimization techniques is advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
Utilize a comprehensive suite of custom waveguide design tools to identify new directions of hardware development
Collaborate with fabrication teams to most effectively optimize designs for realistic production
Develop new tools for enhancing photonic modelling and design capabilities
Collaborate with customer teams to co‑optimize waveguides with projection optics and frames
Key Qualifications
MS or PhD in photonics, optics, physics, or related field
Proficiency in MATLAB and C++
Experience with optical simulations (RCWA, FDTD, FEM, etc.)
3+ years in nanophotonic design (particularly nanophotonics and diffractive optics)
3+ years experience in an optical lab environment (hands‑on experience creating benchtop optical systems)
Familiar with optical metrology methods and metrics
Familiar with optical materials (glasses, crystals, thin films, adhesives, etc.)
Familiar with waveguide manufacturing processes (Deposition methods, Dry Etch, Wet Etch, NIL, Photolithography, Dicing, Edge Blackening)
Familiar with physical metrology methods (SEM, TEM, Elemental Analysis, CDSEM, AFM, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with non‑convex optimization methods
Experience with parallel computing
Additional Information
Time Type: Full time
Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Relocation Eligible: Yes
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e‑mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877‑612‑7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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