Silicon Photonic; SiPh Test Engineer - Sr. Engineer Test Engineering

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Global Foundries (GF) is seeking a self-driven professional to develop leading-edge test solutions for high-speed, electro-optic Silicon Photonics (SiPh) integrated circuit designs in the growing Data Center, High-performance Computing markets using next-generation GF proprietary technologies. The successful candidate will be a member of an established world-class test engineering team, driven by collaborative innovation, analytical thinking and creative problem solving.

• Develop wafer & module level custom test solutions for high-speed , photonic integrated circuits (PIC) based on GF proprietary systems or built on commercially available ATEs.
• Interface with GF internal & client design teams to define product test requirements, design hardware consisting of probe card s & probe interface boards, and write programs to test PICs , which may contain a combination of high-speed, RF and optical circuits.
• Collaborate across internal functional teams to bring development solution s to high-volume manufacturing and to drive continue d yield improvement s.
• Full-time position at GF state-of-the-art SiPh Lab in Essex Junction, VT with some level of remote work flexibility.
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

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

• MSc in Physics, Electrical Engineering , Optical Engineering, Computer Science , or related field.
• Background in characterization techniques for S-Parameter and Optical measurements.
• Strong hands‑on engineering with excellent debugging skills.
• Advanced Java or C++ Programming in a Linux environment.
• Basic understanding of silicon photonic, high‑speed & mm‑wave circuit design.
• Proficient communication skills both written & verbal.
• Demonstrated analytical & positive thinking, desire to innovate, accountability for your work and people skills.

• PhD in Physics or Electrical Engineering.
• 2 + y ear experience developing test solutions for high-speed, RF / mmWave , electro-optic products.
• PCB board design with emphasis on high‑speed, low noise and matching techniques.
• 2+ year d irect design experience in electro
  -optic applications such as modulators, Lidar, or multiplexing circuits.
• Fluency in shell scripting, multi‑paradigm (Matlab/R) and high‑level programming languages (Python/Perl) for automation and statistical data analysis.
• Theoretical knowledge and 2+ year experience using Electro‑Magnetic simulation tools.
• Mastery of verbal and written communication to successfully interact with highly technical teams, engage with highly versed clients and to provide documentation of the highest quality.
• Embrace the “push the envelope” approach, while living naturally curious lives and enjoying the process to venture into uncharted waters.

$65,400.00 - $

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

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