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PIC Optical Component Development Engineer

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Infinera

Aug 30

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Sunnyvale
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AI generated summary

  • You should have experience in optical component design, InP device development, modeling software, fabrication processes, data analysis, and a Ph.D. or M.S. with relevant experience in optical communications.
  • You will design, simulate, analyze data, and test integrated photonic components, ensuring performance meets requirements for various applications while working with the design and engineering team.

Requirements

  • Significant experience in optical components design for high performance is required, and experience developing InP devices, such as lasers, SOAs, high-speed modulators, and detectors, is highly desired.
  • Experience in optical and electronic modeling and simulation software to design electro-optical devices, lithographic mask specifications, and pattern generation is required.
  • InP opto-electronic fabrication process development hands-on experience is required and material characterization and epitaxy knowledge and experience are highly desired.
  • Ability to work with a large body of data and the necessary statistical analysis tools, and the ability to present the data and ideas to a diverse audience.
  • The Job will require frequent collaborative interaction with fab, epitaxy, test and reliability engineering, packaging, product engineering, and system engineering groups.
  • Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Photonics, or a related discipline with emphasis in optical communications and high-speed optical components.
  • We seek candidates with significant experience developing active optical devices, preferably with applicable industrial experience.
  • We will consider candidates with M.S. in the above fields if they have at least 5 years of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

  • The broad job responsibilities include hands-on work in designing of integrated photonic components, implementing the process through the fab, and testing the resulting circuits to verify performance. Infinera is committed to developing PICs needed for current and future needs, including high data rates, intra datacenter, metro, long-haul and subsea. The successful candidate will work within the PIC design and engineering team and engage in design, simulation, data analysis, and lead product development from reliable design concepts, performance verification, and optimization and transfer to manufacturing.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the PIC Optical Component Development Engineer position?

The salary range is $112,000.00 - $208,000.00 annually, depending on skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Is there potential for bonuses or equity grants in this role?

Yes, this role may be eligible for equity grants, discretionary bonuses, or commission payments based on the company's incentive plans and individual performance.

What kind of benefits does Infinera offer?

Infinera offers paid leave, medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), life insurance, and disability insurance to eligible employees.

What is the primary focus of the PIC Optical Component Development Engineer role?

The primary focus is on designing integrated photonic components, implementing processes through fabrication, and testing the resulting circuits to verify performance for high data rates and various network applications.

What educational qualifications are required for this position?

A Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Photonics, or a related discipline is preferred. Candidates with a Master's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience will also be considered.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

Significant experience in optical components design, developing InP devices, optical and electronic modeling, fabrication process development, and data analysis is required.

Will I need to work collaboratively with other teams?

Yes, the role requires frequent collaborative interaction with various teams including fab, epitaxy, test and reliability, packaging, product engineering, and system engineering groups.

What is the nature of the work environment?

The work involves hands-on tasks in designing, implementing, and testing integrated photonic components, as well as data analysis and product development.

Is there any specific regulatory training required for this role?

Yes, because the position requires access to Export-Controlled Information, personnel must be eligible to obtain authorization from the appropriate agency under U.S. export control laws.

Does Infinera have a nondiscrimination policy?

Yes, Infinera is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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Telecommunications
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2000
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Infinera is a global leader in intelligent transport networks, providing innovative optical networking solutions to enable telecom service providers, cloud operators, governments, and enterprises to deliver high-capacity, low-latency, and scalable communication services. The company specialises in advanced coherent optical technologies that drive efficiency and performance in the transmission of vast amounts of data across fibre-optic networks. Infinera’s ultimate mission is to empower the digital world by enabling a connected society with high-performance, agile, and sustainable communication infrastructure. Their purpose is to enhance the quality of global communications and support the exponential growth of data traffic with reliable and efficient network solutions.