Co-Packaged Optics, Director
Core
Director leading technology strategy, architecture development, and IP generation for co-packaged optics and silicon photonics.
Role type
Director, Co-Packaged Optics & Silicon Photonics
Builds
Differentiated photonic architectures, optical components, and foundational patent portfolios
Domain
Semiconductor / Silicon Photonics / Optical Interconnects
Required skills
Silicon photonics, photonic integrated circuits (PICs), optical interconnects, technology roadmap definition, architecture exploration, modeling and simulation, prototyping, IP strategy, strategic partnerships, cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
Co-packaged optics, AI compute photonics, hyperscale optical systems, photonic PDK development, layout automation
Technologies
CODE V, Zemax, LightTools, MATLAB, Python
Responsibilities
Define long-term technology strategy and architecture roadmap for co-packaged optics; Develop differentiated photonic architectures and components; Lead modeling, simulation, and prototyping to mature innovative concepts; Direct invention activities and build patent portfolios; Build technical relationships with semiconductor companies, foundries, and universities; Represent the company as technical authority in industry forums and customer engagements; Influence engineering priorities and mentor senior technical contributors
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & hands-on technical authority