Silicon photonics and heterogenous integration R&D engineer

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop silicon photonics and heterogeneously integrated device and circuit concepts for datacom optical I/O and related platforms.

• Model optical electrical thermal and link-level behavior to guide design choices before prototype builds.

• Define prototype verification objectives and use early trial results to refine designs.

• Apply process-integration awareness to keep designs compatible with fabrication test and metrology constraints.

• Evaluate heterogeneous integration options when they may improve silicon photonics performance or functionality.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced Technical Assessment and Incubation

  • Shape early-stage concepts feasibility objectives risk-reduction plans and prototype approaches for CTO Office topics including possible architectures such as CPO and optical I/O.

  • Lead technical evaluations modeling design reviews and trade-off studies with internal or external contributors.

  • Develop recommendations on performance manufacturability integration path scalability reliability and transition readiness.

• Roadmap Input and Technology Direction

  • Contribute technical input to roadmap discussions in optical interconnect CPO / optical I/O AI/HPC infrastructure silicon photonics detector technologies and related platforms.

  • Translate emerging technology options into milestones risks decision points and recommended next steps

• Cross-Functional Execution and Communication

  • Coordinate work across design PDK fabrication process-integration packaging reliability test and external partner teams including tapeout readiness and handoff to fabrication partners.

  • Prepare concise design reviews prototype summaries and recommendations for senior technical product and business stakeholders.

  • Support partner supplier university and ecosystem discussions when technical representation is needed.

Education & Experience

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering Applied Physics Photonics Materials Science or related field.

• >7 years of experience in silicon photonics design integrated photonics R&D SiP fabrication-aware design prototype development device verification or related semiconductor photonics work.

• Hands-on SiP fabrication experience or close collaboration with SiP fabrication teams is required with sufficient process understanding to design realistic prototype trials and interpret results.

• The role benefits from experience with heterogeneous integration of non-silicon materials on silicon including wafer bonding die bonding transfer printing direct bonding adhesive bonding or thin-film transfer.

• Experience connecting design choices to optical electrical thermal mechanical reliability process-integration and packaging outcomes for photonic or optoelectronic devices.

• Experience with simulation data analysis DOE documentation and R&D decision support using Python Lumerical COMSOL JMP Excel or equivalent.

• Packaging experience is a plus including co-packaged optics optical coupling fiber attach PIC / EIC integration OSAT engagement or prototype assembly.

Skills

• Strong foundation in silicon photonics design device physics test vehicles materials interfaces PDK-based design and process-integration constraints.

• Familiarity with PDKs from multiple fabs silicon photonics tapeout flows and layout reviews is valuable.

• Structured problem-solving ability and comfort defining technical direction from trade-offs incomplete data and early prototype results.

• Experience with silicon photonics tapeouts is a valuable strength for this role.

• Collaborative style and ability to influence across design process integration packaging reliability business groups suppliers and external partners.

• Clear written and verbal communication with senior technical product manufacturing and business audiences.

Working Conditions

• In-person position based in Santa Clara California.

• Combination of design analysis prototype planning R&D verification cross-functional collaboration and external ecosystem engagement.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in laboratory or cleanroom-adjacent environments follow PPE requirements handle wafers or samples when needed and review process metrology and test data.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

CultureCommitment

Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at.Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop silicon photonics and heterogeneously integrated device and circuit concepts for datacom optical I/O and related platforms.

• Model optical electrical thermal and link-level behavior to guide design choices before prototype builds.

• Define prototype verification objectives and use early trial results to refine designs.

• Apply process-integration awareness to keep designs compatible with fabrication test and metrology constraints.

• Evaluate heterogeneous integration options when they may improve silicon photonics performance or functionality.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced Technical Assessment and Incubation

  • Shape early-stage concepts feasibility objectives risk-reduction plans and prototype approaches for CTO Office topics including possible architectures such as CPO and optical I/O.

  • Lead technical evaluations modeling design reviews and trade-off studies with internal or external contributors.

  • Develop recommendations on performance manufacturability integration path scalability reliability and transition readiness.

• Roadmap Input and Technology Direction

  • Contribute technical input to roadmap discussions in optical interconnect CPO / optical I/O AI/HPC infrastructure silicon photonics detector technologies and related platforms.

  • Translate emerging technology options into milestones risks decision points and recommended next steps

• Cross-Functional Execution and Communication

  • Coordinate work across design PDK fabrication process-integration packaging reliability test and external partner teams including tapeout readiness and handoff to fabrication partners.

  • Prepare concise design reviews prototype summaries and recommendations for senior technical product and business stakeholders.

  • Support partner supplier university and ecosystem discussions when technical representation is needed.

Education & Experience

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering Applied Physics Photonics Materials Science or related field.

• >7 years of experience in silicon photonics design integrated photonics R&D SiP fabrication-aware design prototype development device verification or related semiconductor photonics work.

• Hands-on SiP fabrication experience or close collaboration with SiP fabrication teams is required with sufficient process understanding to design realistic prototype trials and interpret results.

• The role benefits from experience with heterogeneous integration of non-silicon materials on silicon including wafer bonding die bonding transfer printing direct bonding adhesive bonding or thin-film transfer.

• Experience connecting design choices to optical electrical thermal mechanical reliability process-integration and packaging outcomes for photonic or optoelectronic devices.

• Experience with simulation data analysis DOE documentation and R&D decision support using Python Lumerical COMSOL JMP Excel or equivalent.

• Packaging experience is a plus including co-packaged optics optical coupling fiber attach PIC / EIC integration OSAT engagement or prototype assembly.

Skills

• Strong foundation in silicon photonics design device physics test vehicles materials interfaces PDK-based design and process-integration constraints.

• Familiarity with PDKs from multiple fabs silicon photonics tapeout flows and layout reviews is valuable.

• Structured problem-solving ability and comfort defining technical direction from trade-offs incomplete data and early prototype results.

• Experience with silicon photonics tapeouts is a valuable strength for this role.

• Collaborative style and ability to influence across design process integration packaging reliability business groups suppliers and external partners.

• Clear written and verbal communication with senior technical product manufacturing and business audiences.

Working Conditions

• In-person position based in Santa Clara California.

• Combination of design analysis prototype planning R&D verification cross-functional collaboration and external ecosystem engagement.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in laboratory or cleanroom-adjacent environments follow PPE requirements handle wafers or samples when needed and review process metrology and test data.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

CultureCommitment

Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at.