Silicon Photonics Process Development Engineer

Silicon Photonics Process Development Engineer

Salary Range: $120k to $160k

Position Summary

We are seeking a Silicon Photonics Process Development Engineer to develop advanced semiconductor process modules and manufacturing capabilities supporting next-generation silicon photonics technologies. This role will lead process development from research and development through prototype builds and initial production while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams, manufacturing partners, and technology suppliers to deliver innovative, production-ready solutions.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in semiconductor process development, silicon photonics, and process integration, with experience driving technology from concept through manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize semiconductor process modules for silicon photonics technologies.
• Drive process development activities from prototype through production qualification and release.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, fabrication, and manufacturing teams to implement new process technologies.
• Develop advanced packaging, 3D heterogeneous integration (3D-HI), and electro-optical process solutions.
• Perform process qualification, technology characterization, reliability testing, and yield improvement initiatives.
• Design and evaluate test structures and mask layouts to support research, development, and product qualification activities.
• Utilize simulation and modeling tools to support process optimization and technology development.
• Support foundry process development and manufacturing readiness initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to evaluate new technologies and manufacturing capabilities.
• Provide technical support during process transfers, manufacturing ramp-up, and production readiness activities.
• Travel occasionally to support manufacturing, supplier, and technology development activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of semiconductor process development experience.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor fabrication, process integration, and manufacturing technologies.
• Experience working in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience developing silicon photonics technologies.
• Knowledge of advanced packaging, 3D heterogeneous integration (3D-HI), and electro-optical device manufacturing.
• Experience with process qualification, reliability testing, yield improvement, and test structure development.
• Proficiency with GDS layout tools, including Cadence Virtuoso.
• Strong project management, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience with semiconductor packaging technologies and advanced process integration.
• Experience supporting foundry technology development and manufacturing enablement.
• Familiarity with technology transfer from R&D into production.

What You'll Bring

• A passion for developing next-generation semiconductor and silicon photonics technologies.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to solve complex process engineering challenges.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills when working with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• A continuous improvement mindset focused on process optimization, manufacturing readiness, and product quality.