SMTS Silicon Photonic Integration Engineering (Silicon Photonics)

Global Foundries; Town of Malta (NY); On-site; USD 118,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries, Fab 8 in Malta, NY, seeks an experienced professional to support the Silicon Photonic process integration team. The role encompasses development, customer engagement, and production ownership to deliver scalable, mass‑produced technologies. The ideal candidate holds a PhD with 10+ years in Silicon Photonics, demonstrates leadership and strong PM skills, and can drive cost reduction, process convergence, and yield improvements across modules and packaging.

Qualifications

• PhD with 10+ years in Silicon Photonics field.
• PhD must be in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Solid State Physics or related discipline.
• Experience leading an engineering team delivering Silicon Photonic technology for mass production.
• Strong project management: schedules, scope and cost trade-offs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Silicon Photonic process development.
• Collaborate with process module & packaging teams on solutions.
• Oversee project scope with TD & BU to meet technical needs.
• Drive cost reduction, process convergence and yield improvements.
• Ensure safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Silicon Photonics

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering / Materials Science / related field

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Job description

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world's most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role

GlobalFoundries Fab 8 is seeking an experienced professional to support the 300mm Silicon Photonic semiconductor process integration team. The core responsibilities of this team involve ownership of Silicon Photonic process integration from development, customer engagement to production. The ideal candidate should have proven track record of developing and delivering advanced Silicon Photonic technology for mass production. Also, the ideal candidate can demonstrate a technical understanding of Various processes and an understanding of a balanced scorecard approach to develop, sustain, and improve the technologies with quality, cost, and delivery all considered.

Essential Responsibilities

• Silicon Photonic process development.
• Collaborating with process module & packaging team in driving process solutions.
• Working with TD & BU to oversee the scope of projects and ensure that all technical needs are catered to.
• Driving technology cost reduction & process convergence & yield improvement.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications

• PhD's Degree with 10+ years of working experience in Silicon Photonic relevant field.
• Degree must be in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Solid State Physics or other relevant engineering physical science discipline.
• Experience of leading engineer team, developing and delivering advanced Silicon Photonic technology for mass production.
• Strong project management skills, particularly focused on managing schedules, scope and cost trade-offs of projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD with 10+ years of working experience in Silicon Photonic relevant field.
• Degree must be in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Solid State Physics or other relevant engineering physical science discipline.
• Experience in the FEOL/BEOL process with Silicon Photonic technology is plus.
• Results oriented and focused on quality of work
• Excellent structured problem solving and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, clients, as well as internal and external partners.
• Strong presentation and technical writing skills
• Self-starter and highly motivated to succeed in a fast-paced and challenging professional environment.

Expected Salary Range

$118,000.00 - $247,000.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law.