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UK Based role


Seagate will also consider relocating any candidates to Derry / Londonderry in Northern Ireland, UK from the locations where this role is advertised.


Seagate is a global leader in data storage solutions. We strive to create precision-engineered data storage technologies that deliver superior capacity, speed, safety, and performance. We are excited to announce that we are recruiting photonic scientists to fill roles in the areas of photonics integration to help deliver our next generation storage technologies.

You will work as part of an established team reporting to the R&D Manager defining and delivering future photonic technologies and products. If you’re excited by new technologies, are naturally creative and passionate about seeing ideas come to life then this is the ideal research role for you.

About the role - you will:

Utilizing our state-of-the-art clean room fabrication facility and cutting-edge manufacturing processes, you will be responsible for developing innovative processes for integrating semiconductor wafers into optical components. Collaborating closely with the device design and process teams, you will transform photonic device prototypes into reliable, stable, and manufacturable components. You will work alongside a diverse team of engineers to tackle challenging problems with real commercial impact.


You will:

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  Lead the process development, and integration of photonic devices for new products.
• Provide technical expertise in bonding techniques, thermal management, and interconnect strategies for heterogeneous integration.
• Oversee the development and optimization of fabrication processes to ensure high yield and performance of integrated photonic devices.
• Ensure all integration processes and products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate project progress and results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in photonics and optoelectronics, incorporating relevant advancements into project work.
• Project plan and collaborate with adjacent teams and internal customers.

About you:

Your experience includes:

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  Minimum of 3 years of experience working in process engineering, with a focus on photonics, gained through industry or laboratory roles.
• Extensive knowledge of photonic device fabrication & IC layout, including lithography, etching, deposition, and verification tools.
• Expertise in one or more applications of integrated photonics, such as laser arrays, 3D printing, u LED displays, communications & sensing.
• Hands on experience of optical testing and characterization techniques.
• Expertise in 2.5D,3D & heterogeneous integration of compound semiconductor devices, including bonding techniques, thermal management, and interconnect strategies.

You are.

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  A good communicator with excellent presentation and written skills.
• A strong team player who works effectively in a cross-functional team environment
• Able to set own course in projects and make timely decisions.
• Motivated and excited by technology and the challenge of going beyond.
• Able and willing to introduce own ideas and solutions for technology progression.

Your experience includes:

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  PHD in Optics, Physics, Electro Optics, or related Engineering fields.
• Experience with free-space optics, advanced laser measurements, and thermal modeling.
• Experience of customer/ supplier relations and working within multi-discipline project teams.
• Practical photonic integrated circuit packaging, wire bonding and fiber attach experience.
• Demonstrated success in the preparation of technical proposals, publications, and patents.
• Strong analytical skills and proven problem solver, knowledge in 6 Sigma tools.

Please note that you must demonstrate on the application how you meet the criteria for the role as identified above. To facilitate shortlisting, the company reserves the right to apply enhanced criteria.

Completed applications should be submitted no later than midnight on Sunday, 19th January 2025

This is a Full-Time position working 39 hours per week, on-site working.


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Seagate Technology is committed to equal opportunity in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community irrespective of sex, marital status, religious affiliation, age, disability, or ethnic origin. The Company specifically welcomes applications from the protestant community who are currently underrepresented in this job category. All applications will be considered strictly on merit.

Location:

UK Based role


Seagate will also consider relocating any candidates to Derry / Londonderry in Northern Ireland, UK from the locations where this role is advertised.


Springtown, Derry / Londonderry, Northern Ireland

Our Springtown site is Derry/Londonderry’s largest manufacturer, we are proud that Seagate is a flexible and inclusive place to work. We have more than 1,400 employees spanning research and development, manufacturing, and many other functions.

Here at work, you can grab breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks at our subsidized on-site cafe. Looking for an active break from your workday? We have got you covered.

Take a group or individual exercise class during lunch or after work at our on-site gym.

Network with your colleagues through the Young Professionals Network, Women’s Leadership Group, the Carers Café (for caregivers of individuals with disabilities), Volunteer in the community with our support! Join our creative network, which includes a choir, foreign language classes and even a cookery class!

Join our Employee Resource Groups (ERG), a voluntary, employee-led community built on a shared diversity identity and/or an appreciation of that identity, open to ALL current employees at Seagate!

See list below of many of our Springtown Company Benefits:


Location: Springtown, United Kingdom, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Dubai United Arab Emirates, Dublin, Ireland, Marlow United Kingdom, Mumbai, India, Munich, Germany, New Delhi, India, Paris, France, Pune, Brandview, India, Pune, India
Travel: None