Silicon Photonics - Technical Lead

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 149,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Development opportunities

Job summary

A leading semiconductor manufacturing company is seeking a Technical Lead/Manager for Silicon Photonics. In this hybrid role located in San Jose, you'll work closely with industry partners to develop and implement innovative silicon photonics solutions. The ideal candidate should have a Master's or PhD, along with over 10 years of experience in silicon photonics design and characterization. Strong skills in project management, optical packaging, and simulation tools are essential. Competitive salary offered, reflecting qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience in silicon photonics.
• Experience in design, simulation, and verification of silicon photonics circuits.
• Hands-on experience with optical process test structures.

Responsibilities

• Define, design, and validate silicon photonics circuits.
• Work with customers on product definition and testing.
• Implement multi-die silicon photonics packaging solutions.

Skills

Silicon photonics design and characterization

Design simulation with Ansys/Lumerical

Optical packaging experience

Managing multiple projects

Education

Masters or PhD in electrical engineering, opto‑electronics, physics or related field

Tools

Ansys

Lumerical

Cadence Virtuoso

Synopsys OptoCompiler

Job description

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As a Technical Lead/Manager – Silicon Photonics, you will report to the Senior Director, Design and Technology Platform where you will get to work with TSMC ecosystem partners to define and implement custom design solutions for silicon photonics applications. This position is located in San Jose, CA where we are currently operating in a hybrid work schedule with 4 days in office.

Responsibilities

• Drive the definition, design, simulation, layout and tape‑out, test and validation, data analysis and performance debug of complex silicon photonics circuits using optical PDK components.
• Work with customers on silicon photonics product definition, design, integration, testing and qualification.
• Define and drive the implementation of multi‑die silicon photonics packaging solutions with 3D integration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Masters or PhD in electrical engineering, opto‑electronics, physics or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant industry experience in silicon photonics design and characterization.
• Proven track record in design, simulation and verification of silicon photonics circuits using Ansys/Lumerical simulation tools.
• Practical experience with optical packaging including fiber and coupling techniques required.
• Hands‑on experience with electrical and optical process test structures, automated characterization and parameter extraction for optical PDK validation.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant industry experience in silicon photonics System‑level integration experience
• Experience with Cadence Virtuoso or Synopsys OptoCompiler
• Experience with Laser coupling

Company Description

As a trusted technology and capacity provider, TSMC is driven by the desire to be:

• The world’s leading dedicated semiconductor foundry
• The technology leader with a strong reputation for manufacturing excellence
• Advancing semiconductor manufacturing innovations to enable the future of technology

TSMC pioneered the pure‑play foundry business model when it was founded in 1987 and has been the world’s leading dedicated semiconductor foundry ever since. The Company supports a thriving ecosystem of global customers and partners with the industry’s leading process technologies and a portfolio of design enablement solutions to unleash innovation for the global semiconductor industry. With global operations spanning Asia, Europe, and North America, TSMC serves as a committed corporate citizen around the world.

In North America, TSMC has a strong sales and service organization that works with customers by helping them achieve silicon success with cutting‑edge technologies and manufacturing excellence. The Company has continued to accelerate its R&D investment and staffing in recent years and is expanding its manufacturing footprint to support customer innovation with 3D IC technologies and optimal manufacturing capacity.

TSMC Technology, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

TSMC is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us at [e-mail]. TSMC confirms to all applicants its commitment to meet TSMC’s obligations under applicable employment law. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

At TSMC, your base pay is only part of your overall total compensation package. At the time of this posting, this role typically pays a base salary between $$149,000 and $263,000 per year. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires. Actual pay may be more or less than the posted range. Factors that influence pay include the individual's skills, qualifications, education, experience and the position level and location. TSMC’s total compensation package consists of market competitive pay, allowances, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. We also offer extensive development opportunities and programs.