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Intel Silicon Photonics Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Since the announcement of the world's first on-chip silicon photonics laser more than a decade ago, Intel continues to lead the industry with cutting-edge technology, silicon photonics integration ...

Senior Silicon Photonics Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

Business Group Intel's Integrated Photonics Solutions (IPS) is at the forefront of silicon photonics integration and commercialization, pioneering technologies that drive high-volume manufacturing ...

Senior Laser Designer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$164K - $311K/yr

Business Group Intel's Integrated Photonics Solutions (IPS) team leads the industry in silicon photonics integration, focusing on scalable high-volume manufacturing and delivering transformative ...

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How much do intel silicon photonics jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for intel silicon photonics in the United States is $49.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.15 and $49.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Intel Silicon Photonics vs Optical Communications Engineer?

AspectIntel Silicon PhotonicsOptical Communications Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields; experience with photonics and integrated opticsBachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related fields; knowledge of optical systems
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, manufacturing facilities, R&D teams within tech companiesTelecommunications companies, network providers, R&D departments
Industry UsageDeveloping integrated photonics hardware for data centers and high-speed networksDesigning, testing, and deploying optical communication systems and networks

Intel Silicon Photonics specialists focus on developing integrated photonic devices and systems, often within manufacturing and R&D environments. Optical Communications Engineers work on designing and maintaining optical networks. Both roles require similar technical backgrounds but differ in their specific applications and focus areas.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Intel Silicon Photonics engineer?

To excel as an Intel Silicon Photonics Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering, optics, and semiconductor device physics, often supported by a relevant bachelor's or advanced degree. Familiarity with design and simulation tools like Lumerical, COMSOL, or Cadence, as well as cleanroom fabrication processes, is typically required. Strong problem-solving, project management, and collaborative communication skills help professionals stand out in this multidisciplinary field. These competencies are vital to drive innovation, ensure product reliability, and meet the rigorous demands of high-speed optical interconnect technology.

What are some typical challenges faced by engineers working in Intel Silicon Photonics, and how can they be addressed?

Engineers in Intel Silicon Photonics often encounter challenges such as integrating optical components with traditional semiconductor processes, managing the complexities of high-speed signal transmission, and ensuring device reliability at scale. Addressing these challenges requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including process engineers, designers, and test engineers, as well as staying current with advancements in photonics and semiconductor manufacturing. Regular technical reviews, hands-on experimentation, and leveraging Intel's extensive R&D resources help team members overcome obstacles and drive innovation in this rapidly evolving field.

What is Intel Silicon Photonics?

Intel Silicon Photonics refers to a technology developed by Intel that integrates optical (light-based) data transmission with silicon-based microelectronics. This technology uses silicon to transmit data using light instead of electricity, enabling much faster data transfer rates over longer distances with lower power consumption. It is primarily used in data centers and high-performance computing environments to connect servers and networking equipment efficiently. Silicon photonics helps overcome the limitations of traditional copper wiring by offering higher bandwidth and greater scalability. As a result, it plays a critical role in supporting the growing demands for data and connectivity in modern computing infrastructures.
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Senior Silicon Photonics TD Reliability Engineer

Intel Corporation

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job Description:
Join Intel's Silicon Photonics Q&R (SiPh) team that is in transformation and in its growing phase now, working to enable our internal leading edge SiPh photonics technology with integrated hybrid lasers and SOAs to our Intel Foundry customers. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team that has propelled Intel to become a widely recognized leader in high-volume silicon photonics manufacturing and reliability!
As a Senior Silicon Photonics (SiPh) Technology Development Quality and Reliability Engineer (Sr. SiPh TD QRE), you will be part of the Photonic TD team. Working both on path-finding photonic technologies and devices for the future and on current nodes of our photonic processes. Your new team, (SiPh TD QnR), is at the forefront of silicon photonics technology development, working closely and collaborating with the SiPh fab process integration, Integrated Photonics Solutions (IPS) R&D design team, Foundry Q&R teams and other organizations to ensure reliability for internal and external SiPh device technologies, process certification, and product qualifications.
Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:
  • Assess intrinsic and extrinsic reliability of photonic devices and photonic ICs post fabrication and in integrated products form-factors.
  • Work on process changes to optimize reliability.
  • Conduct DOEs to develop reliability models of the devices.
  • Develop new reliability characterization and acceleration techniques, analytical tools, and quality screens as required.
  • Determine requirements for both process certification and product qualification purposes.
  • Collaborate cross-functional teams to drive the quality and reliability aspects of the SiPh technology development following Intel's Development Life Cycle methodology.
  • Determine root causes/mechanisms of failures when encountered from reliability testing activities or customer returns as needed.
  • Review white papers and provide appropriate actions related to quality and reliability area.
  • Ensure smooth transition from development phase to HVM phase with proper quality systems, engineering shipment management, fab excursion support, and process change support.

The ideal candidate should exhibit the following behavioral traits:
  • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
  • Strong networking, teamwork, and social skills.
  • Ability to work in a diverse and multi-cultural team environment.
  • Work under pressure, and in an ever-changing and dynamic environment.
  • Push forward multiple parallel efforts (multi-tasking) in a constrained environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Curious, eager, proactive, and quick to learn.
  • An independent thinker who can drive and develop solutions and implement them.

In addition to the qualifications described below, a successful candidate will demonstrate:
  • Usage of failure mode effects analyses and model-based problem-solving approaches.
  • Knowledge of statistics and data analysis, including the advanced use of tools such as Excel, SAS and JMP. Specifically on advanced statistics and large data sets analysis tools and applications.
  • Skills to deliver concise key messages for senior management review.
  • Influencing cross-functional teams to achieve extraordinary results.
  • Strong execution experience and commitment.
  • Passionate about quality and reliability as it relates to developing new technologies.

Qualifications:
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
Education Requirement:
  • PhD graduates with outstanding work in Photonics are encouraged to apply! OR- master's in engineering or related field and with 4+ year experience in photonic devices.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of proven experience in Photonics devices development at a leading foundry OR 4+ year photonics experience from an academic institution.
  • OR 4+ year hands-on compound semiconductor processing experience with deep knowledge of Photonic device physics.
  • OR 4+ years of relevant engineering experience in Photonics with device characterization, yield, reliability, or test/validation experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering fields with 2+ years of experience in photonic devices.
  • 4+ years' experience in process certification/product qualification and reliability risk assessment, quality systems, and quality culture knowledge.
  • Semiconductor device physics and defect mechanism knowledge.
  • Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes, manufacturing process development, material characterization and development, and design validation.
  • Hands-on semiconductor wafer fabrication process and process integration challenges.
  • Reliability failure statistics, physics, failure mechanisms, and failure analysis methodologies.
  • Experience in of SPC/DOE principles, DOEs execution, and statistical analysis.
  • Data extraction and analysis skills (JMP/Crystal Ball/ILM/REL/PCS/SQL Scripting).
  • Experienced in model-based problem solving and familiar with other industry standard problem-solving techniques (5 why's, 8D).
  • Knowledge of photonic datacom and telecom reliability qualification standards such as Telcordia GR-468, AEC-Q102.

Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of relevant industry job experience, internship experience, and/or schoolwork/classes/research.
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, New Mexico, Albuquerque
Additional Locations:
US, California, Santa Clara, US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Business group:
Intel Foundry strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art while delighting our customers -- from delivering cutting-edge silicon process and packaging technology leadership for the AI era, enabling our customers to design leadership products, global manufacturing scale and supply chain, through the continuous yield improvements to advanced packaging all the way to final test and assembly. We ensure our foundry customers' products receive our utmost focus in terms of service, technology enablement and capacity commitments. Employees in the Foundry Technology Manufacturing are part of a worldwide factory network that designs, develops, manufactures, and assembly/test packages the compute devices to improve the lives of every person on Earth.
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
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Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $141,910.00-232,190.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

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Intel strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art -- from semiconductor process development and manufacturing, through yield improvement to packaging, final test and optimization, and world class Supply Chain and facilities support. Employees in the Technology and Manufacturing Group are part of a worldwide network of design, development, manufacturing, and assembly/test facilities, all focused on utilizing the power of Moore's Law to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth

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Headquarters location

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Year founded

1968