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Global Foundries Silicon Photonic (SiPh) Test Engineer – PMTS Test Engineering. in Essex Junction, Vermont
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries (GF) 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, GF 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 (GF) is seeking a senior level, self-driven professional with proven expertise to develop leading-edge test solutions for high-speed, electro-optic SiPh integrated circuit designs in the growing Data Center, High-performance Computing markets using next-generation GF proprietary technologies. The successful candidate shall be recognized by their peers as a technical leader in this area and demonstrate the ability to develop novel test solutions, co-lead projects, and provide strategic technology leadership to advance an established world-class test engineering team.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Lead partnership with Automated Test Equipment (ATE) vendors to d evelop a standard, commercially available SiPh Test ecosystem capable of testing wafer & module level high-speed , photonic integrated circuits (PIC) b uilt using GF proprietary technologies .
Technical program manage r for engagement with GF internal and 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 c ontai n a combination of high-speed, RF and optical circuit s .
Drive c ollaborat i on across internal functional teams and 3 rd party OSAT t o bring development solution s to high-volume manufacturing (HVM) and to drive continue d yield improvement s .
Full-time position at GF state-of-the-art SiPh Test 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 .
Other Responsibilities:
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
Required Qualifications:
PhD in P hysics or Electrical Engineering .
8 + years in characterization techniques for S-Parameter and Optical measurements .
8 + years' experience developing test solutions for high-speed, RF / mmWave , electro-optic products on Advantest 93K or Teradyne Ultra-Flex Test platform s.
8 + PCB board design with emphasis on high-speed, low noise and matching techniques.
8 + years of d irect design experience in electro -optic applications such as modulators, Lidar, or multiplexing circuits and d emonstrated hands-on engineering with excellent debugging skills .
Advanced C or C++ Programming in a Linux environment. Fluency in shell scripting, multi-paradigm (Matlab/R) and high-level programming languages (Python/Perl) for automation and statistical data analysis.
Advanced understanding of silicon photonic, high-speed & mm-wave circuit design.
Leading inventor on several patents. First author on several publications with some citations.
Proven ability to solve complex, critical problems related to significant and unique issues at the test hardware level. Ability to use extensive research , analytical thinking and innovative methods to develop accurate , reliable and repeatable test solutions.
Demonstrated excellence in execution - both at the individual and team leader level .
Proficient people skills and communication skills both written & verbal.
Preferred Qualifications :
Demonstrated knowledge of optical probing solutions for wafer level testing applications using both passive and active coupling mechanisms.
Proven theoretical and applied knowledge of Electro-Magnetic and Opto-electrical simulation theor ies with 8+ years' experience using relevant 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.
Expected Salary Range
$128,100.00 - $234,500.00
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 usaccommodations@gf.com 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.
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