Silicon Photonics Switch Architect

QpiSemi; Bengaluru; Presencial; INR 3.500.000 - 8.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

QpiSemi seeks a visionary Silicon Photonics Switch Architect to define and lead the design of next-generation optical switching platforms. You will bridge optical physics, ASIC/CMOS electronics and advanced packaging to deliver high-volume manufacturing ready interconnects.

You will own the holistic architectural vision from concept through to manufacturing, collaborating with hardware, RF, packaging and foundry teams to deliver state-of-the-art SiPh solutions for high-speed communications.

Formación

• Ph.D. or MS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optical sciences, or related quantitative field.
• 5+ years in integrated photonics, with focus on high-speed optical communications or photonic switching.
• Proficiency in photonic simulation tools (Lumerical, Ansys).
• Familiarity with layout/PH verification tools (gdsfactory, IPKISS, Calibre).
• Scripting and automation skills (Python or C/C++).
• Solid grasp of electromagnetic theory, RF/high-frequency design, optical packaging and fiber-to-chip coupling.

Responsabilidades

• Lead system and chip-level architecture for Silicon Photonics switch fabrics with optimized performance and energy efficiency.
• Develop end-to-end optical link budgets and co-design photonics with electronic drivers.
• Drive floorplanning and integration of SiPh chips with CMOS electronics using 2.5D/3D packaging and hybrid bonding.
• Conduct trade-off analyses balancing performance, thermal management, cost, and manufacturability.
• Define optical test methodologies in collaboration with test and reliability teams.
• Collaborate with hardware, RF design, packaging, and foundry engineering teams.

Conocimientos

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Educación

Ph.D./M.S. in Electrical Engineering/Physics/Optical sciences

Herramientas

Lumerical

Ansys

gdsfactory

IPKISS

Calibre

Python

C/C++

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking a visionary Silicon Photonics Switch Architect to lead the definition, design, and optimization of our next-generation optical switching platforms. You will bridge the gap between optical physics, ASIC/CMOS electronics, and advanced packaging to deliver state-of-the-art optical interconnects. You will own the holistic architectural vision from concept through to high-volume manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture Definition: Lead the system and chip-level architecture for high-capacity Silicon Photonics (SiPh) switch fabrics, ensuring optimized performance, latency, and energy efficiency (pJ/bit).

Link Budgeting & Co-Design: Develop end-to-end optical link budgets. Drive the joint optoelectronic co-design of photonic devices (modulators, photodetectors, ring resonators) alongside electronic drivers (TIA, DSP).

System Integration: Spearhead the floorplanning and integration of SiPh chips with scaled CMOS electronics using advanced 2.5D/3D packaging and hybrid bonding.

Design & Simulation: Conduct rigorous trade-off analyses balancing performance, thermal management, cost, and manufacturability.

Design for Test (DFT): Define optical test methodologies and collaborate with test and reliability teams to ensure high yield and product robustness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the technical anchor point, collaborating closely with hardware, RF design, packaging, and foundry engineering teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

Ph.D. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optical sciences, or a related quantitative field.

Experience:

5+ years of industry experience in integrated photonics, with a strong focus on high-speed optical communications or photonic switching.

• Proficiency in photonic simulation tools (e.g., Lumerical, Ansys).
• Familiarity with layout and physical verification tools (e.g., gdsfactory, IPKISS, Calibre).
• Scripting and automation skills (Python or C/C++).

Domain Knowledge:

Solid grasp of electromagnetic theory, RF/high-frequency design, optical packaging, and fiber-to-chip coupling techniques.

Soft Skills:

Excellent technical leadership and communication skills, with a proven track record of bringing complex optical systems to life.