Advanced Photonics Engineer

Define and drive the next-generation roadmap for advanced photonic devices, aligned to business and customer needs.
Define the architecture and design of advanced photonic building blocks and subsystems.
Translate system-level requirements into device-level and platform-level innovation that can be industrialized rapidly.
Collaborate closely with customer development teams on next-generation photonic systems and architectures.
Act as a technical counterpart to senior customer architects and technologists, influencing early system definitions and design choices.
Incorporate customer learnings into device concepts and platform enhancements.
Partner with gfLabs photonics, silicon photonics development, fab, and foundry teams.
Align device design, process technology, packaging, and test.
Track industry trends, standards, and competitive developments in photonics, AI interconnects, and advanced optical systems.
Evaluate and selectively incorporate external innovations.
Mentor and support junior architects and engineers.
Perform activities safely and support Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

• Advanced degree (PhD strongly preferred) in Photonics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
• Deep expertise in photonic devices and integrated photonics, with a strong understanding of system-level implications.
• Experience working across device, system, and manufacturing domains in a product-driven environment.
• Proven ability to engage credibly with customers, partners, and executive stakeholders.
• Strong track record of translating advanced technology concepts into product-relevant outcomes on aggressive timelines.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Demonstrates expertise in advanced photonic devices and integrated photonics, with a strong ability to translate system-level requirements into innovative product outcomes. Proven track record in collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging with customers to drive product development in a fast-paced environment.

• Advanced Photonic Devices
• Integrated Photonics
• System-Level Requirements Translation
• Customer Engagement
• Mentoring Junior Engineers

• Photonics
• Electrical Engineering
• Applied Physics
• Device Design
• Architecture Design
• Product Development
• Manufacturing Domains
• Technology Translation
• Rapid Industrialization
• Environmental Health and Safety

• Collaboration
• Influencing Design Choices
• Credibility with Stakeholders
• Adaptability in Dynamic Environments

• PhD in Photonics
• PhD in Electrical Engineering
• PhD in Applied Physics

• Photonic Systems
• AI Interconnects
• Competitive Developments
• Industry Trends
• Product-Driven Environment

• GfLabs Photonics
• Silicon Photonics Development
• Optical Systems