Title: Senior Manager, Silicon Photonics Reference Design

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead our Reference Design team for GF's industry-leading Fotonix platform. This position involves advancing Silicon Photonics technology, fostering innovation within the team, and creating high-quality reference designs that meet industry standards. The Senior Manager will collaborate closely with various stakeholders and customers, manage project timelines, and engage in strategic planning to ensure the platform's success and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of designers in the development of Silicon Photonics Reference Designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Drive the innovation and development of new silicon photonics technologies and solutions.
• Ensure the successful execution of projects, meeting quality, cost, and timeline objectives.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Interface with customers and stakeholders to understand their needs and provide technical support and guidance.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and advancements in silicon photonics technology.
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

• MS, or PhD with specialization in Opto-electronics/photonics with 10+ years of experience.
• Proven experience in Silicon Photonics design and development.
• Experience with Silicon Photonics fabrication and testing.
• Strong knowledge of optical communication systems and components.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience leading technical teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with project management and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices in silicon photonics design.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant industry experience in PDK, Design flows, methodology development.
• Proficient with usage of one or more SiPh design and simulation tools: Cadence Virtuoso, Keysight ADS, Ansys Lumerical, Flex Compute
• Experience with test set up and instrumentation such as Optical Spectrum Analyzer, Power meter, Isolation tables, filters, Vector Network Analyzers.