Senior Quantum Photonics Modality Leader

GlobalFoundries inc.; Town of Malta (NY); On-site; USD 143,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries in Malta, NY seeks a Principal Member of Technical Staff to define and lead the technology roadmap for its quantum photonics modality, spanning silicon photonics, silicon nitride, and heterogeneous integration.

You will collaborate with device teams, partners, and customers, driving manufacturable processes and qualification metrics, mentoring staff, and delivering scalable, foundry-ready platforms.

Qualifications

• PhD required in a related field with a strong record of research impact.
• 15+ years in photonic device development, quantum photonics, or advanced technology integration.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive technology roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the photonic quantum hardware roadmap and integration strategy.
• Define manufacturable flows for PICs, quantum emitters, and interconnects.
• Drive heterogenous integration and scalable, foundry-ready platforms.
• Mentor staff and engage with customers, partners, and labs.

Skills

Photonic device development

Quantum photonics

Integrated photonics

Nanophotonics

Quantum emitters

Device simulation

Lumerical

COMSOL

HFSS

MEEP

Technical leadership

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Physics, Photonics, Materials Science, or related discipline

Tools

Lumerical

COMSOL Multiphysics

HFSS

MEEP

Job description

GlobalFoundries in Malta, NY seeks a Principal Member of Technical Staff to define and lead the technology roadmap for its quantum photonics modality, spanning silicon photonics, silicon nitride, and heterogeneous integration.

You will collaborate with device teams, partners, and customers, driving manufacturable processes and qualification metrics, mentoring staff, and delivering scalable, foundry-ready platforms.