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ADVANCE THE WORLD.\nAt AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.\nWhether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.\nTHE ROLE:\nWe are seeking a seasoned technical contributor that drives end-to-end delivery of PIC solutions, directly contributing to and coordinating implementation and optimization across multiple teams for optical IO deployed in next generation AI and HPC applications. The position will involve interfacing with hardware engineering teams and AMD partners to plan, develop and optimize PIC solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on the cutting edge of next generation GPU Computing.\nTHE PERSON:\nYou have had significant success driving photonic PDK, device, & circuit design. You are meticulous about both DFx and software while driving schedule and managing cost. You are a subject matter expert and strong technical contributor with PIC theory, design, layout, simulation, packaging, debug, test, manufacturing, reliability, qualification and support. You excel as part of a team where communication and team skills are highly valued.\nKEY RESPONSIBLITIES:\n\nDevelopment of OE systems in advanced Si photonics process technologies for DWDM and CWDM applications in next generation AI and HPC applications.\n\nInnovation, product definition and specification of PIC architectures, TX chains, RX chains, components and test methodologies to meet demanding next generation Optical IO applications.\n\nWork with systems teams to devise, maintain, simulate and optimize Optical IO link budgets reflecting key product requirements, PIC architectures, channel properties, active device component and passive component limits as well as foundry process technology capabilities.\n\nCollaborate on design-for-test best practices to ensure that photonic devices will be ready for high-volume manufacturing.\n\nParticipate in design reviews as a subject matter expert in silicon photonic component design.\n\nWork cross functionally with EIC, packaging, foundry technology, test development, and product teams to architect appropriate design and test automation solutions.\n\nPREFERRED EXPERIENCE:\nExperience developing PICs that have reached HVM, from concept to field failure analysis.\nSubject matter expertise in silicon photonics foundry technology, device design, and circuit layout, including FDTD/MODE/other related design tools..\nProficient in software architecture and development for photonic design automation, test automation, and data analysis. Python and Cadence development experience is preferred.\nExperience in photonic wafer-, die-, and package-level testing and related test instrumentation.\nExcellent communication, management, and presentation skills.\nAdept at collaboration among top-thinkers and senior architects with strong interpersonal skills to work across teams in different geographies\nACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:\nMasters or PhD degree in Applied Physics/Electrical Engineering/or related discipline.\nLOCATION: San Jose, US\nThis role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.\nBenefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.\nAMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.\nAMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.\n\nThis posting is for an existing vacancy.\nTHE ROLE:\nWe are seeking a seasoned technical contributor that drives end-to-end delivery of PIC solutions, directly contributing to and coordinating implementation and optimization across multiple teams for optical IO deployed in next generation AI and HPC applications. The position will involve interfacing with hardware engineering teams and AMD partners to plan, develop and optimize PIC solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on the cutting edge of next generation GPU Computing.\nTHE PERSON:\nYou have had significant success driving photonic PDK, device, & circuit design. You are meticulous about both DFx and software while driving schedule and managing cost. You are a subject matter expert and strong technical contributor with PIC theory, design, layout, simulation, packaging, debug, test, manufacturing, reliability, qualification and support. You excel as part of a team where communication and team skills are highly valued.\nKEY RESPONSIBLITIES:\n\nDevelopment of OE systems in advanced Si photonics process technologies for DWDM and CWDM applications in next generation AI and HPC applications.\n\nInnovation, product definition and specification of PIC architectures, TX chains, RX chains, components and test methodologies to meet demanding next generation Optical IO applications.\n\nWork with systems teams to devise, maintain, simulate and optimize Optical IO link budgets reflecting key product requirements, PIC architectures, channel properties, active device component and passive component limits as well as foundry process technology capabilities.\n\nCollaborate on design-for-test best practices to ensure that photonic devices will be ready for high-volume manufacturing.\n\nParticipate in design reviews as a subject matter expert in silicon photonic component design.\n\nWork cross functionally with EIC, packaging, foundry technology, test development, and product teams to architect appropriate design and test automation solutions.\n\nPREFERRED EXPERIENCE:\nExperience developing PICs that have reached HVM, from concept to field failure analysis.\nSubject matter expertise in silicon photonics foundry technology, device design, and circuit layout, including FDTD/MODE/other related design tools..\nProficient in software architecture and development for photonic design automation, test automation, and data analysis. Python and Cadence development experience is preferred.\nExperience in photonic wafer-, die-, and package-level testing and related test instrumentation.\nExcellent communication, management, and presentation skills.\nAdept at collaboration among top-thinkers and senior architects with strong interpersonal skills to work across teams in different geographies\nACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:\nMasters or PhD degree in Applied Physics/Electrical Engineering/or related discipline.\nLOCATION: San Jose, US\nThis role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.\nBenefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.\nAMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. 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