Principal Laser Design Engineer
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Role
Laser Design Engineer Job title: Electronic Design Engineering, Principal Description: We are seeking an experienced design lead in the field of III-V semiconductor lasers. As a successful candidate you will be a key member in our product development team and be responsible for the design, development, and validation of next generation semiconductor laser products for datacenters, telecommunications and emerging technologies.
You will be challenged by collaborating beyond device design with fab, CMs, marketing and customers. You will be working in an agile environment where your broad skill set will be utilized and further developed.
Responsibilities
Design, simulation, design verification of DML, EML, SOA and CW semiconductor laser products. Close collaboration with the process development and product engineering teams to define fabrication process, mask layout, process flow and test requirements. Perform DFME/FMEA analyses. Co-ordinate and cross-teamwork among multiple MACOM entities and sites including the wafer Fab, product and application engineering, marketing, MACOM-RF and driver groups.
Requirements
PhD or MS in Engineering, Physics, or equivalent discipline. Minimum 5 years of experience in the optoelectronics/photonic field with a proven track record in laser development/manufacture. Excellent familiarity with CW and high-speed laser physics, device characterization, reliability testing, qualification standards and strong characterization skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the specific ability to speak to various technical and management levels.
Excellent analytical skills are essential. Self-motivated, hard-working, fast learner and well-organized. Highly responsible, a good team player with good presentation skills. Willingness to travel when required. Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position. The Salary Range for this position is $98,000 – $167,000.
This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance.
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