Sr Principal Photonics Engineer - Si photonics PIC solutions

Molex
life insurance, parental leave
United States, California, Fremont
May 01, 2025
Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. In particular, we provide high performing field-proven Si photonics solutions developed internally from PIC design, optical engine to optical transceiver module implementation. As of today, Molex is one of the very few TRx manufacturers in the world actually shipping in high volume based on Si photonics technology. Continuous innovation in device speed to even beyond 100GHz, scaling PIC level integration with more functionalities, optical engine compatible with advanced 2.5D/3D IC package for co-packaged optics applications etc., will enable us to serve the fast evolving needs of high-density, high data capacity and low power consumption optical module solutions for hyper scale data center and AI cluster applications. We are looking for a Principal Photonics Engineer with a focus on collaborating with the industry's design and foundry partners, and internal design stake owners to establish advanced photonics technology capabilities for innovative photonics device and PIC solutions. The Principal Photonics Engineer is intended for an individual who is interested in supporting and leading programs devoted to the design, development, and applications of Si photonics technology. This person will apply strong understanding of photonics principles and knowledge on integrating devices into a PIC considering system requirements that include both to meet application performance and also to enable practically manufacturable optical module production. What You Will Do Acquire expert level understanding of advanced Si photonics technology to explore innovation of new optical devices Conduct thorough analysis of optical system requirements and define component specifications to ensure optical performance required Collaborate with industry design partners and internal/external customers to align on the optoelectronic component and PIC design strategies Conduct assessment of process capabilities required for the target component specifications Conduct feasibility studies to verify new design strategies and propose novel technology development as needed to continue building up new capabilities Collaborate with industry design partners and strategic customers in case of joint development on technology and/or PIC solutions Collaborate with multi-disciplinary design teams to ensure the PIC design is well considered and validated to integrate with other critical components, in optical mechanical and module fabrication processes, in hardware circuit and controls etc.. Mentor other engineers and cross functional groups on implications of the PIC design Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) PhD degree in Engineering, Physics, Photonics or related technical field At least 15 years of industry experience in designing or managing optoelectronics component design and development At least 7 years of industry experience with Si photonics Experienced in leading the development of Si photonics PIC solutions Strong knowledge on high speed optoelectronics device design Good knowledge on CMOS semiconductor process Good knowledge on semiconductor wafer backend and package ecosystem Good knowledge on EDA or EPDA tools for PIC design, simulation and tape out process For this role, we anticipate paying $200,000- $265,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. 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