SMTS Silicon Photonics Device Characterization Engineer

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Summary of Role:

As a Si photonics device characterization engineer, you will be working on the development and qualification of active and passive Si photonic devices for high-speed optical interconnect and sensing applications in 45nm & beyond.  The specific job focus will be identifying potential improvements in performance and manufacturability through data mining of in-line, electrical and optical signals. New test structures will also be developed to better predict yield, final device figures of merit and reduce test time.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for leading in-line optical and electrical characterization of complex development of passive and active silicon photonics device components
• Design and coordinate testing of new silicon photonic monitoring structures
• Plan, coordinate, and document qualification of new photonic devices
• Identify issues and technical challenges, formulate appropriate experiments to understand root cause and improve processes to meet requirements
• Interface with customers and Photonics design engineers to debug and root cause technology vs. process challenges

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs
• Travel <10% to other GlobalFoundries facilities may be necessary

Required Qualifications:

• Education –BS and above. Electrical/Optical Engineering or related field.
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Photonics or a related field from an accredited university.
• Additional professional experience in advanced photonic device design, integration, test and/or advanced packaging:
  • B.S. + minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
  • M.S. + minimum of 7 of relevant experience
  • Ph.D. + minimum of 5 of relevant experience
• Skills: Familiarity with Silicon photonic device simulation, design, and test. Strong communication and coordination skills cross the department and cross-organizationally. Strong team collaborator across multiple geographical locations & proactive mindset.
• Fluency in English Language – written & verbal

Preferred Qualifications:

• Silicon Photonic Design Experience
• Silicon Photonic and electrical test experience
• Integration or Fabrication experience
• Project management skills - i.e., the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity and communicate and track projects through to completion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning & organizational skills.

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Expected Salary Range

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.