Lightmatter is leading the revolution in AI data center infrastructure, enabling the next giant leaps in human progress. The company invented the world’s first 3D-stacked photonics engine, Passage™, capable of connecting thousands to millions of processors at the speed of light in extreme-scale data centers for the most advanced AI and HPC workloads.

Lightmatter raised $400 million in its Series D round, reaching a valuation of $4.4 billion. We will continue to accelerate the development of data center photonics and grow every department at Lightmatter!

If you're passionate about tackling complex challenges, making an impact, and being an expert in your craft, join our team of brilliant scientists, engineers, and accomplished industry leaders.

Lightmatter is (re)inventing the future of computing with light!

Lightmatter is looking for a Layout Engineering Intern to join our team and contribute to the cutting edge of silicon photonics. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience by translating complex schematics into reliable layouts, while also deepening your understanding of critical layout-dependent effects like latch-up and EMIR. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your knowledge and collaborate in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Responsibilities:

Reading schematics and implementing the layout.
Understanding layout dependent effects such as latch up and EMIR.
Work with the designers to understand the requirements for an efficient and reliable layout.
Documenting your process and results.
Communicating with members of the team effectively.

Requirements:

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field.
Interest in working on circuit layouts within silicon photonics substrate.
Familiarity with Cadence Virtuoso Layout and Caliber/Pegasus layout verification.
Great communication skills.
Willingness and curiosity to learn from an exciting team!

Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.

Hourly Rate in USD

$43—$47 USD

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Savings Matching Program
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Paid Family Leave
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Commuter Benefits
Flexible, hybrid workplace model
Equity grants (applicable to full-time employees)

Benefits eligibility may vary depending on your employment status and location. Lightmatter recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

Export Control

Candidates should have capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws.

Layout Engineering – Intern

Lightmatter

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Benefits