Technical Leader – Silicon Photonics Packaging

Cisco

Packaging Technical Leader responsible for advanced packaging solutions for Cisco's optical transceivers. Leading cross-functional teams and technical guidance in semiconductor packaging technologies.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeCarlsbad • California, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $148,800 - $212,900 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

responsible for the development and qualification of advanced packaging solutions for Cisco’s next generation optical transceiver products
Serve as the primary technical interface for the Client Optics Group with top-tier Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly & Test (OSAT) driving advanced package assembly, test, and qualification for silicon photonics products
Lead the design and layout of test vehicles to validate packaging processes
conduct rigorous design reviews for complex substrates
Cross-functional technical leadership to proactively identify and mitigate risks
present technical findings and recommendations to cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Engage deeply in substrate design, materials selection, and reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field with 8+ years of experience in Photonics or Semiconductor Packaging Industry or a PhD in the same fields with 3+ years of experience
Proven experience in advanced Silicon Photonic package technology development
Prior experience of package design & architecture
Experience with advanced substrate manufacturing processes and materials
Experience with industry-standard design and simulation software (e.g., Cadence, klayout, Ansys or similar tools)

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter

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Hard Skills & Tools

advanced packaging solutionssilicon photonicspackage designsubstrate manufacturing processesmaterials selectiondesign reviewstest vehicle designqualification processesrisk mitigationtechnical interface

Soft Skills

cross-functional leadershipcommunicationtechnical presentationproblem-solvingcollaboration

Certifications

Masters DegreePhD