Laser Design Lead

pbJoin a promising deep-tech company at a pivotal stage in its growth journey /b /p pBronn Photonics is an innovative technology start-up based on both the Ghent and Silicon Valley. They operate at the intersection of photonics, semiconductors and artificial intelligence. The company develops advanced light engines for optical interconnects in data centers. As AI continues to expand rapidly, the demand for faster and more energy-efficient data transmission is increasing exponentially, creating a strong international market opportunity for its technology. /p pThe company is led by experienced founders with strong technological, business and academic backgrounds and is currently building its core team. As a spin-out from the Photonics Research Group, the company leverages world-leading position in integrated photonics at Imec Ghent University. Research, development and prototyping are based in Ghent. The company's ambitions and future market reach are distinctly international with business and product management lead from California. /p pYou will join an entrepreneurial start-up environment with short decision lines and the opportunity to make a visible impact from day one. This is a unique chance to help shape both the technology and the organisation as they grow. /p h3Your impact: /h3 pYou will: /p ul liOwn the design of the laser device cross-section, including epitaxial layer design for high optical power and conversion efficiency in III-V materials such as InP and GaAs /li liPerform device simulation, design and layout of amplifiers and lasers, including DFB lasers /li liCoordinate device tape-outs and support the transition from design to fabrication /li liCreate short experimental learning cycles, covering fabrication, testing and design improvements /li liTranslate final product specifications into clear and incremental development milestones /li liEstablish collaborations with external foundries and research organisations for epitaxial growth and device fabrication /li liHelp develop a scalable manufacturing supply chain and support the future transfer to a dedicated foundry /li liCo-define the testing strategy from individual laser devices to fully integrated photonic ICs /li liDetermine whether testing capabilities should be built internally, purchased or subcontracted /li liWork closely with experts in silicon photonics and heterogeneous integration to optimise the integration of III-V materials into silicon photonics /li /ul h3Your profile: /h3 pYou hold a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Photonics, Semiconductor Physics or a related field. A PhD in III-V devices, laser physics or a similar domain is a strong asset. /p pIn addition, you bring: /p ul liAt least three years of industrial experience in laser design, ideally within datacom or telecom /li liStrong expertise in epitaxial design and laser device simulation /li liA solid understanding of electro-optical device physics /li liExperience with semiconductor laser design, such as DFB lasers /li liA hands-on and pragmatic approach to technology development /liliThe flexibility and can-do mindset required in a fast-moving start-up environment /li /ul pExperience with PIC assembly, laser facet coatings, laser reliability, silicon photonics or III-V foundries would be a valuable advantage. /p pThis is a unique opportunity to join an ambitious deep-tech company at a pivotal stage of its development. You will have the freedom to shape the laser technology, influence key technical decisions and help build the foundations of a future international technology company. /p pThe preferred location for this role is Ghent, Belgium, with an on-site presence. Relocation can be discussed. /p