Testingenieur*in Silicon Photonics
Core
Characterization of integrated photonic devices based on silicon nitride and novel 2D materials, analyzing optical, electrical, and electro-optical properties across the spectral range.
Role type
Senior IC photonic device characterization engineer
Builds
Integrated photonic platforms and components for quantum photonics, AI, and sensing applications
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Photonics / Optoelectronics
Required skills
Photonic device characterization, Silicon Photonics, Silicon Nitride Photonics, Python for automation, Optical measurement systems, Electrical measurement systems, Data analysis, Technical reporting, Lab equipment procurement, Mentoring
Preferred skills
Electro-optical wafer and die-level test systems, High-speed measurement techniques (BER testers, digital communication analyzers, real-time oscilloscopes, VNA, arbitrary signal generators)
Technologies
Silicon Photonics Prober, VNA, Lightwave Component Analyzers, Supercontinuum Lasers, Femtosecond Lasers, Python
Responsibilities
Characterize integrated photonic devices; Validate new devices and analyze manufacturing yield; Develop and optimize measurement concepts with design and packaging teams; Automate measurement routines and test sequences using Python scripts; Analyze measurement results and derive recommendations for process and design improvement; Support the development of a new measurement lab; Mentor students and scientific assistants
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC