Silicon Photonics Principal Engineer Technology Development

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About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies.

With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets.

For more information, visit www.gf.com.


Summary of Role: GLOBALFOUNDRIES Fab 8 is seeking an experienced professional to support the 300mm semiconductor technology development integration team.

The core responsibilities of this team involve ownership of process integration of Silicon Photonic devices from development, customer engagement to production.

The ideal candidate can demonstrate a technical understanding of Silicon Photonics and an understanding of a balanced scorecard approach to develop, sustain, and improve the technologies with quality, cost, and delivery all considered.



Essential Responsibilities:

Integration module ownership for the development & qualification of Silicon photonics I/O

Collaborating with device, process module, & packaging team in driving I/O solutions.



Driving development, Cp/Cpk improvement, defect and cost reduction for an integrated module.




Other Responsibilities:

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

PhD/Master Degree with 4+ years of working experience in relevant field.

Degree must be in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Solid State Physics or other relevant engineering physical science discipline.



Experience in Si photonics integration.



Excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written


Preferred Qualifications:

Results oriented and focused on quality of work

Excellent structured problem solving and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles

Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, clients, as well as internal and external partners.



Strong presentation and technical writing skills

Self-starter and highly motivated to succeed in a fast-paced and challenging professional environment

Strong background in photonics and CMOS device physics, semiconductor processing, and device characterization.



Strong planning & organizational skills.

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.To ensure that we maintain a safe and healthy workplace for our GlobalFoundries employees, please note that offered candidates who have applied for jobs in India will have to be fully vaccinated prior to their targeted start date.

For new hires, the appointment is contingent upon the provision of a copy of their COVID-19 vaccination document, subject to any written request for medical or religious accommodation.Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia


Expected Salary Range
$79,100.00 - $145,800.00

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


If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.




An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.




GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential.

GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people.

Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.




All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law

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