Device Optimization and Analysis
Perform simulations, tolerance studies, and design evaluations to improve device performance, manufacturability, and reliability.
Apply established modeling methodologies and design best practices to optimize photonic components.
Test Chip Development and Validation
Support test chip execution activities, including design implementation, layout coordination, tape-out preparation, and silicon validation.
Collaborate with fabrication and test teams to ensure successful design realization.
Characterization and Data Analysis
Analyze characterization and test data to identify performance trends, root causes, and opportunities for design enhancement.
Support the implementation of design improvements based on experimental results.
Modeling and Methodology Development
Contribute to photonic device models, simulation workflows, and automation tools.
Drive improvements in test methodologies and engineering processes to increase development efficiency.
Research and Technology Innovation
Evaluate emerging photonic technologies and support proof-of-concept demonstrations.
Contribute to intellectual property development through patents, technical publications, and innovation activities.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline with 2+ years of experience in silicon photonic device design, simulation, characterization, or related research environments;
or
Master's degree in a related field with 4+ years of relevant experience.
Experience in one or more of the following areas
High-speed photonic devices, including optical modulators and photodetectors;
Photonic design and simulation using tools such as Sentaurus, Silvaco, Lumerical, HFSS, ADS, RSoft, or equivalent;
Photonic device testing and characterization; data analysis using MATLAB, Python, JMP, or similar tools;
Photonic layout design using Cadence, KLayout, or comparable design environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment.
Experience with silicon photonic modulator or detector design.
Familiarity with micro-ring modulators or advanced photonic materials such as BTO, TFLN, or III-V integration.
Basic understanding of high-speed electronic ICs including TIAs, drivers, equalization techniques, and DSP concepts.
Experience with optical link modeling and system-level performance analysis.
Experience with photonic devices operating at 100G+ data rates.
Familiarity with semiconductor foundry development processes.
Publications, conference presentations, or patent contributions in photonics or related fields.
Experience working on customer-facing, product development, or cross-functional engineering projects.
Experience with active and passive silicon photonic devices including heaters, carrier injection devices, and passive waveguide structures.
Job Type
Experienced Hire
Shift
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location
US, New Mexico, Albuquerque
Additional Locations
Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $141,910.00-269,100.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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