Silicon Photonics Engineer
GlobalFoundries
4 - 6 years
Bengaluru
Posted: 07/09/2025
Job Description
Title: Silicon Photonics Engineer
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.
Team Introduction:
The Reference Design team, Bangalore, is looking for a talented and motivated candidate to work in the broad area of Silicon Photonics circuit design
The candidate should have strong background in:
1. Silicon photonics device physics, circuit design fundamentals.
2. Hands-on experience with Ansys Lumerical suite, and other simulation softwares
3. Hands-on experience with Cadence Virtuoso Schematic and Layout editors, Klayout
Your Job:
Design the various silicon photonics circuits to meet target specifications and cater to different applications.
Layout of the designed circuits
Measure the design on hardware and analyze the results
Analyze the impact of device characteristics on circuit-level performance
Understand the critical circuit specifications which are important for achieving system-level performance
Help with automation and other efficiency improvement projects
Other Responsibilities:
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
Required Qualifications:
Requires Master’s Degree (M.S/M.Tech) with Specialization in Electronics or Electrical Engineering (Photonics and related fields) from a reputed university, with good academic records and with minimum 6 years of experience or a PhD with Specialisation in Photonics or Integrated Optics from a reputed university, with good academic records with minimum 4 years of experience
Must be self-motivated and excellent team player
Must have good technical verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with cross functional global teams
Be able to collaborate with program and technical design leads on multiple concurrent projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge in various technologies, process and characterization techniques is desired
Patents and publications will be a good advantage.
Exceptional Spoken and Written Proficiency in English
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong ability to learn and explore new technologies, opportunities, and continuous improvement.
Ability to interact effectively with both external and internal customers at all levels and from various cultural backgrounds.
GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.
As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.
All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.
Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia
About Company
_x000d_ GlobalFoundries is a leading semiconductor foundry, headquartered in Malta, New York. Founded in 2009 as a spin-off from AMD (Advanced Micro Devices), the company specializes in providing semiconductor manufacturing services for companies in various industries, including computing, communications, automotive, and consumer electronics. GlobalFoundries offers advanced process technologies for designing and producing chips, including leading-edge solutions for 5G, IoT, automotive, and AI applications. With a focus on innovation and reliability, GlobalFoundries operates several fabs (fabrication plants) globally and supports a wide range of customers in developing high-performance, energy-efficient chips.
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