Job Details:

Job Description: 

Intel Advanced Technologies Group (IATG) is at the forefront of AI system design and silicon photonics integration. Since the announcement of the world's first on-chip silicon photonics laser nearly a decade ago, Intel continues to lead the industry with cutting-edge technology and efficient, scalable AI systems. Our dedication to advanced development ensures that Intel Silicon Photonics continues to drive future bandwidth growth in data center networks and AI infrastructure, with higher density, better power efficiency, and faster speeds. In the future we will deploy co-packaged silicon photonics optical I/O chiplets to enable higher performance, larger-scale and more power efficient AI systems. We are looking for great talent to accelerate this journey so if you are interested in joining our organization we want to hear from you.

In this position, the selected candidate will join the Intel Advanced Technologies Group, contributing to its mission of advancing datacenter connectivity and strengthening Intel's competitive edge in scalable AI system design. As an expert in Electronic-Photonic IC co-design, the individual will be responsible for developing electro-optical architecture for research and development (R/D) purposes.

The Senior AI Research Engineer/Scientist responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Define architectures and designs that meet specifications and performance targets for next-generation optical interconnects.
• Optimize core integrated circuit electro-optical components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead overall project development.
• Develop simulation methodologies for scalable electro-photonic systems.
• Design digital and mixed-signal accelerators for state-of-the-art algorithms.
• Advise on the development of test plans for post-silicon characterization.
• Thoroughly document all design work with review materials and detailed design descriptions.
• The ideal applicant should possess excellent communication skills..

Qualifications:

The Minimum qualifications are required to be considered for this position. Minimum qualifications listed below would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experience and / or schoolwork/classes/research. The preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Optics and Optical Engineering or in a related field of study.
• Track record of peer-reviewed publications and/or patents in the simulation, design, optimization and implementation of heterogeneously integrated electro-optical devices, as well as Electronic-Photonic ICs.
• 3+ years of experience in digital and mixed-signal design flows with proven track record of successful tapeouts.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong proficiency with electronic and photonic integrated circuit (EIC and PIC) design CAD tools.
• Extensive design experience using hardware description languages (Verilog, Verilog-A) and high-level programming languages (C/C++, python).
• Expertise in the design and optimization of active and passive optoelectronic modulators.
• Experience in 2.5D/3D packaging and integration techniques.
• Experience with switch fabric architectures and related routing algorithms.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory testing and characterization of integrated circuits.
• Experience with high-speed analog circuitry, including transimpedance amplifiers (TIAs) and modulator drivers.
• Experience of building end-to-end simulation frameworks bridging electronics, photonics and pack

          

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: 

US, California, Santa Clara

Additional Locations:

US, Massachusetts, Beaver Brook

Business group:

As a member of the Chief Technology Office, Artificial Intelligence, and Network and Edge Group (CTO AI NEX), you will be committed to strategically penetrating the AI market by delivering disruptive and transformative solutions. Your focus will be on leveraging technology innovation and incubation to drive commercial success, ensuring that advancements create significant value. The team is dedicated to driving the software-defined transformation of the world's networks profitably, setting new standards for efficiency and connectivity. Through these priorities, you aim to lead the way in technological evolution and redefine the future of global networks.