Principal Silicon Photonics Integration Engineer

GlobalFoundries

Last Updated: 3/17/2026 9:39:31 AM

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Current Days Open
88
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$79,100.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$145,800.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
79.5
First Seen
9/25/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$79,100.00 (Yearly)
3/17/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$145,800.00 (Yearly)
3/17/2026

Full Job Description

About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the worlds most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries 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 Fab 8 is seeking professionals to support the state of the art 300mm semiconductor manufacturing and development in Malta, New York. The core responsibilities of this team involve ownership of process integration of semiconductor devices; monitoring performance and driving improvements related to technology yield, Cp/Cpk of inline and electrical parameters, defectivity, and more. The team is also responsible for the development of new and emerging technologies through definition/execution of experiments and technical data analysis. The ideal candidate can demonstrate a technical understanding of semiconductor principles and an understanding of a balanced scorecard approach to develop, sustain, and improve semiconductor technologies with quality, cost, and delivery all considered. Essential Responsibilities Include: · Taking responsibility for the success of the 45nm Silicon Photonics technology product ramp from development to mature technology · Complete ownership of a technology module, accountable for prioritization of projects based on business need, delegation of tasks to extended module team, lead for definition of improvement experiments and hardware disposition · Collaborating with device, process module, & packaging team in driving I/O solutions in research and development. · Sustaining and improving manufacturing technologies by ensuring product quality, reducing defectivity, improving process stability (Cp/Cpk), and increasing processing efficiency · Detecting line issues through data analysis and driving appropriate containment and resolution in a timely manner in order to limit the impact to yield and delivery · Driving cost reductions through expense elimination, line and test yield improvement, and efficiency improvements · Ensuring product route synchronization with baseline technology · Customer engagement through reporting of issues, status and milestones · Contribute to Intellectual Property by writing innovative invention disclosures. · Contribute to publications and conferences with scientific results. Other Responsibilities: · Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs Required Qualifications: · Requires a technical (University) degree in Science, Math, Engineering, Semiconductor Manufacturing or a related discipline plus the below relevant experience: · BS and a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience · MS and a minimum of 2+ years of experience · PhD and a minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience · Relevant experience includes Integration experience, Lithography, Semiconductor Manufacturing. · Experience in Si photonics integration research and development. · Knowledge of semiconductor processing and process integration, test chips and test structures for yield limiter determination, improvement and reliability. · Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, as well as internal and external partners Preferred Qualifications: · Experience with or exposure to (through University Degree) Silicon Photonics · Excellent structured problem solving and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles · Lab or pre-professional experience in semiconductor processing · Understanding and knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE) · Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, clients, as well as internal and external partners in research and development Expected Salary Range $79,100.00 - $145,800.00 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. All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law We shape what's essential At GlobalFoundries you will find a vibrant work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. Our diverse and global team shares a culture of respect and inclusivity, representing the best in the industry. We celebrate success together and are united by our dedication to excellence and our desire to improve and empower the world.

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