EFFECT Photonics is a technology scale-up founded in Eindhoven. We develop highly sophisticated optical sub-assemblies (OSAs), including, among others, high-performance lasers for the data- and telecommunications market.…
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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Collaborative Working Culture, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Statutory Annual Holidays, Stock Appreciation Rights, Udemy Business Learning
Posted 48d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Drive the development and continuous improvement of semiconductor process platforms by collaborating with PIC designers and foundry partners. Ensure product reliability and yield through rigorous root cause analysis, supplier oversight, and data-driven optimization.
Requirements
Requires a minimum of 5 years of industry experience or a PhD in integrated photonics with 3 years of experience. Must possess deep technical expertise in compound semiconductor fabrication and professional English proficiency for technical reporting.
Full job description
EFFECT Photonics is a technology scale-up founded in Eindhoven. We develop highly sophisticated optical sub-assemblies (OSAs), including, among others, high-performance lasers for the data- and telecommunications market.
We are seeking a highly proactive and solution-oriented Semiconductor Foundry Process Development Engineer to bridge the gap between our design requirements and wafer foundry partners. The ideal candidate must not only possess deep technical expertise in photonics GaAs/InP processes but also demonstrate strong ownership in driving projects to completion, meeting strict deadlines, and maintaining uncompromising quality standards.
In this role you will drive the development and continuous improvement of process platforms by collaborating with PIC designers and suppliers, ensuring robust qualification and release standards. You will strengthen product reliability and delivery performance through rigorous root cause analysis, supplier oversight, and proactive risk management across the supply chain. Furthermore, you will optimize quality and yield using data-driven insights, resolving production issues, and implementing corrective actions to consistently achieve high process capability.
Education & Experience
Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in the laser/optoelectronics industry, OR a Ph.D. degree with a research focus in integrated photonics or semiconductor lasers with 3 years of industry experience.
Preferred Disciplines: Photonics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or Materials Science.
Technical Knowledge & Skills
Semiconductor Fabrication Processes: Deep understanding of front-end-of-line (FEOL) wafer fabrication processes specific to compound semiconductors or silicon photonics (e.g., epitaxy, lithography, dry/wet etching, thin-film deposition, and metallization).
Laser Technology: Solid grasp of InP (Indium Phosphide) or GaAs processing, laser physics (DFB, FP, or VCSEL structures), and the unique challenges of integrating active optical components on-wafer.
Professional English Proficiency: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be fully capable of writing technical 8D reports, reviewing foundry process flows, and leading alignment meetings with international fabrication supplier
Core Competencies (How You Work)
Proactive Project Driving: Take full responsibility for the production wafer sign-off, and qualification timelines.
Cross-Functional Support: Support PIC design team, Validation team with an open mindset. Value feedback from the pouring deck as much as data from a VI, lesson learnt from past process issue.
Constructive Problem Solving: Approach manufacturing disagreements or unexpected casting defects with curiosity and a focus on root causes, avoiding blame.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Rely on empirical data, mechanical testing, and statistical process control (SPC) rather than "gut feeling" or traditional folklore when modifying process condition or design changes
Yield & Data Analysis (Yield Engineering)
Wafer Probe Analysis: Analyze wafer sort/probe electrical test data to identify yield fallout, trend shifts, and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for failed parametric or functional tests.
In-Line & Inspection Data Correlation: Review fabrication in-line defect density data, parametric monitor data, and visual inspection reports to correlate fab-level anomalies with final electrical performance.
Incoming Quality Control: Perform visual and physical inspections of incoming wafers to ensure compliance with quality and packaging specifications.
8D Problem Solving: Lead formal Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations for process and yield failures using the structured 8D report format, driving corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) with the fabrication supplier.
Reliability Support: Partner with Reliability Testing teams to investigate qualification or lifetime failures (e.g., HTOL, HAST) and determine process-related root causes.
Design-Technology Co-Optimization (DFM)
Design for Manufacturing (DFM): Participate in chip design reviews and drive DFM activities to optimize layout patterns, minimize lithography hotspots, and ensure high yield stability before tape-out.
Foundry Management & Supply Chain Follow-up
WIP & Progress Tracking: Closely monitor foundry Work-in-Progress (WIP), wafer fabrication cycle times, and log progress to ensure on-time delivery of engineering samples and production lots.
Supplier Interface: Serve as the technical point of contact to follow up on wafer fabrication process flows, process changes (PCNs), and manufacturing deviations with the external semiconductor foundry
We are a collaborative technology company, and we’re building a truly dynamic and rewarding place to work.
Benefits are a critical component to consider when taking on a new challenge. Here’s what you can expect from us:
An exciting working culture where everyone’s point of view has real value
An environment that embraces collaboration
A competitive salary that reflects our ambition
Paid time off (vacation days) plus statutory annual holidays
Stock Appreciation Rights (SAR – stock program)
Unlimited on-demand learning with Udemy Business
No agencies please!
Effect Photonics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Effect Photonics complies with all applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.
EFFECT Photonics is a highly vertically integrated, independent leader in integrated photonics.
Industry
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2010
Headquarters
Eindhoven, North Brabant
LinkedIn followers
15,231
Total funding
$148M
Where Light Meets Digital - EFFECT Photonics is a highly vertically integrated, independent photonic optical systems company addressing the need for high-performance, affordable optic solutions driven by the ever-increasing demand for bandwidth and faster data transfer capabilities.
Using our proprietary Digital Signal Processing and Forward Error Correction technology and Ultra-pure Light Sources, we offer compact form factors with seamless integration, cost efficiency, low power, and security of supply. By leveraging established microelectronics ecosystems, we aim to make our products affordable and available in high volumes to address the challenges in 5G and beyond, access-ready coherent solutions, and cloud and cloud edge services.
EFFECT Photonics is headquartered in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, with additional facilities in the UK, the US and Taiwan, and a worldwide network of sales partners.
Offices: High Tech Campus, 37, Eindhoven, North Brabant, NL · Whiterock Business Park, Waddeton Cl, Paignton, TQ4 7RZ, GB · 3 Mill and Main Place, Suite 100, Maynard, MA 01754, US · No. 490, Section 2, Ren'ai Rd, Linkou District, New Taipei City, 24449, TW · 2658 Scranton Rd, Suite 01, Cleveland, Ohio 44113, US
Fiber Optic Communication SystemsPhotonic IntegrationPICsPhotonicsOptical IntegrationOptical Technology5GDWDMTunable LaserDigital Signal Processing
EFFECT Photonics is a highly vertically integrated, independent leader in integrated photonics.
Industry
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2010
Headquarters
Eindhoven, North Brabant
LinkedIn followers
15,231
Total funding
$148M
Where Light Meets Digital - EFFECT Photonics is a highly vertically integrated, independent photonic optical systems company addressing the need for high-performance, affordable optic solutions driven by the ever-increasing demand for bandwidth and faster data transfer capabilities.
Using our proprietary Digital Signal Processing and Forward Error Correction technology and Ultra-pure Light Sources, we offer compact form factors with seamless integration, cost efficiency, low power, and security of supply. By leveraging established microelectronics ecosystems, we aim to make our products affordable and available in high volumes to address the challenges in 5G and beyond, access-ready coherent solutions, and cloud and cloud edge services.
EFFECT Photonics is headquartered in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, with additional facilities in the UK, the US and Taiwan, and a worldwide network of sales partners.
Offices: High Tech Campus, 37, Eindhoven, North Brabant, NL · Whiterock Business Park, Waddeton Cl, Paignton, TQ4 7RZ, GB · 3 Mill and Main Place, Suite 100, Maynard, MA 01754, US · No. 490, Section 2, Ren'ai Rd, Linkou District, New Taipei City, 24449, TW · 2658 Scranton Rd, Suite 01, Cleveland, Ohio 44113, US
Fiber Optic Communication SystemsPhotonic IntegrationPICsPhotonicsOptical IntegrationOptical Technology5GDWDMTunable LaserDigital Signal Processing
