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28 Apr 2026 (Last month)

Silicon Photonics Design Expert (Italy)

We are looking for a highly skilledSilicon Photonics Design Expert to join our team in Italy and help shape the future of high-speed optical communication technologies. In this role, you will be at the forefront of innovation in silicon photonics, driving advancements in short-distance optical interconnects and coherent optical communication systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyse and anticipate trends in optical communications to strengthen silicon photonics competitiveness
  • Lead the definition of silicon photonic chip architectures for high-density optoelectronic and multi-material hybrid integration systems
  • Drive breakthroughs in key active and passive component performance
  • Lead joint optoelectronic design, including modulators, detectors, DRV/TIA co-optimization
  • Optimise high-speed signal integrity in advanced 2.5D/3D packaging architectures
  • Collaborate closely with solution, process, and packaging teams to ensure successful technology implementation
Required Experience:
  • 5+ years of silicon photonics design experience with proven product and tape-out success
  • Strong expertise in active/passive optical design and high-speed signal integrity modelling
  • Experience in high-density optoelectronic integration and chip co-design (preferred)
  • Exposure to advanced packaging for silicon photonics products (preferred)
  • Strong understanding of silicon photonics technology trends and roadmap development
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in multicultural teams
  • Fluent in English and open to international travel

This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge photonics technology in a highly collaborative, global environment. Please get in touch with Christina McGuire to hear more!

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