Silicon Photonics Technology Development & Integration Engineer (2025 PhD New College Graduate)

GlobalFoundries

Last Updated: 11/21/2025 12:18:48 AM

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Current Days Open
60
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$65,400.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$145,800.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
55
First Seen
7/11/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$65,400.00 (Yearly)
11/21/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$145,800.00 (Yearly)
11/21/2025

Full Job Description

About GlobalFoundries GlobalFoundries (GF) 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, GF 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. New College Graduates Overview: We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills. About FotonixTM If you are passionate about developing and manufacturing the industrys first foundry monolithic and custom silicon photonics technologies, GlobalFoundries is the place to grow your career as a key member of our FotonixTM team. GF FotonixTM is a monolithic platform, the first in the industry to combine its differentiated 300mm photonics features and world-class RF-CMOS on a silicon wafer, delivering best-in-class performance at scale. GF FotonixTM enables the highest level of co-integration of RF, CMOS and photonics components onto a single product die. This monolithic solution also enables innovative packaging solutions, such as attachment of fiber arrays, support for 2.5D packaging, and on-die lasers. GF is also developing custom silicon photonics solutions for our clients and their industry-leading applications. GF FotonixTM solutions are developed and manufactured at the companys advanced manufacturing facility in Malta, N.Y. Be BOLD in driving the exciting field of silicon photonics and be part of the industry-leading GlobalFoundries FotonixTM team! Summary of Role: GlobalFoundries Fab 8 is seeking new college graduate 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: 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 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 Collaborating with device, process module in driving development work for new production technologies Driving cost reductions through expense elimination, line and test yield improvement, and efficiency improvements Other Responsibilities: Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs. Required Qualifications: Education Graduating with PhD degree in Science, Math, Engineering, Semiconductor Manufacturing or related field from an accredited degree program. Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing. Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal) Preferred Qualifications: Prior related internship or co-op experience. Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc. Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity. Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong planning & organizational skills Excellent structured problem solving and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles Lab or pre-professional experience in semiconductor processing or in Silicon Photonics Understanding and knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE) Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, as well as internal and external partners #NCGProgramUS Expected Salary Range $65,400.00 - $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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