Advanced Photonics Engineer

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a visionary Senior Photonics Architect to define the roadmap for next-generation photonic devices and coordinate architecture across cross-functional teams. You will translate system requirements into device-level concepts and align designs with business needs for rapid industrialization.

You will collaborate with gfLabs photonics, silicon photonics development, and foundry partners to ensure successful integration while mentoring junior engineers and tracking industry trends in

Qualifications

• PhD in Photonics, Electrical Engineering or Applied Physics required.
• Deep expertise in photonic devices with system-level implications.
• Experience 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 translating advanced technology into product outcomes under tight timelines.
• Willingness to travel and operate in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the next-generation roadmap for advanced photonic devices.
• Define architecture and design of photonic building blocks and subsystems.
• Translate system requirements into device- and platform-level innovations.
• Collaborate with customer development teams on next-gen photonic systems.
• Mentor and support junior architects and engineers.
• Collaborate with gfLabs photonics, silicon photonics development, fab, and foundry teams.

Skills

Advanced Photonics

Integrated Photonics

System-Level Translation

Customer Engagement

Mentoring Engineers

Education

PhD in Photonics

PhD in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Applied Physics

Tools

GfLabs Photonics

Silicon Photonics Development

Optical Systems

Job description

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Core Competencies

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.

Highest-signal resume keywords

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

Hard Skills

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

Soft Skills

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

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

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

Tools & Technologies

• GfLabs Photonics
• Silicon Photonics Development
• Optical Systems