Technical Director Photonics (m/f/d)

X-FAB Silicon Foundries SE

Erfurt, Germany
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Photonics device development
Silicon photonics platform
Heterogeneous integration technologies
** X-FAB Silicon Foundries SE is seeking a Technical Director for Photonics to lead their photonics activities, focusing on advancing their XPH90 platform and managing multidisciplinary teams across locations. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in photonic device development, experience in leading technical teams, and the ability to collaborate with external partners. **

Job Summary

  • Lead and develop X FAB’s photonics activities with a strong focus on the advancing of the XPH90 platform, heterogeneous integration technologies, and the development of optical devices.
  • Define and implement the technology and development roadmap for silicon photonics, heterogeneous integration, and advanced optical components.
  • Evaluate and assess customer requests, including technical feasibility analyses, integration requirements, and risk assessments.

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** X-FAB Silicon Foundries SE is seeking a Technical Director for Photonics to lead their photonics activities, focusing on advancing their XPH90 platform and managing multidisciplinary teams across locations. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in photonic device development, experience in leading technical teams, and the ability to collaborate with external partners. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Photonics device development
  • Silicon photonics platform
  • Heterogeneous integration technologies
  • Optical device development
  • Wafer bonding processes
  • Micro-transfer printing

Nice-to-have

  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Structured working style
  • Resilience and high motivation
  • Customer facing experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree
  • Several years of experience in photonics
  • Proven experience leading multi-site technical teams
  • Expertise in heterogeneous integration
  • Experience working with external technology partners

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