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Inpho

Verified Job Source

Ottawa

Semiconductor Manufacturing
51–200 people

About

Inpho's mission is to lead the world in photonic chips for computing. We have invented a differentiated portfolio of optical chips that support today's requirements for low latency, high bandwidth, power efficiency, and reduced costs. Inpho is currently ramping commercial and product development efforts to support the insatiable need for connectivity at 1.6T and beyond. We are looking for dynamic, talented team members to help us achieve our mission.

Open positions

Manager, Test & Validation Engineering

On-site · Ottawa

Lead the test and validation team responsible for characterizing InP-based photonic chips, defining test strategies and acceptance criteria, and ensuring reliable performance, quality, and yield. Oversee lab operations, test automation, data analysis, failure investigations, and cross-functional collaboration while developing the team and aligning its priorities with business objectives.

NPI Program Manager

Remote · Canada

Lead cross-functional teams and manage product programs from early planning and prototype builds through qualification and volume manufacturing. Ensure supply chain and capacity readiness, manage schedules and budgets, and track costs and yield improvements to meet margin targets.

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Semiconductor Packaging)

On-site · Ottawa

Lead the mechanical design and lifecycle of optoelectronic assemblies, including tolerance analysis, semiconductor packaging, precision fixtures, prototyping, and validation. Manage product data and BOMs, automate testing, investigate failures, and coordinate with vendors, OSAT partners, and cross-functional teams to support production scale-up.

Logistics & Inventory Coordinator

On-site · Ottawa

Handle sensitive semiconductor materials and engineering equipment, maintain an organized stockroom, and manage inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments. Maintain accurate ERP inventory transactions, support ERP implementation, and assist Finance with inventory counts, invoice reconciliation, and asset tracking.

Custom IC Layout Engineer

On-site · Ottawa

Design and optimize custom layouts for photonic and electronic circuits, translating schematics into layouts and performing DRC and LVS to meet performance, manufacturability, reliability, area, power, and signal integrity targets. Collaborate with circuit, device, product, test, and packaging teams; maintain design documentation and libraries; and support tape-outs and post-silicon revisions.

Senior/Principal Custom IC Layout Engineer

On-site · Ottawa

Own complex custom IC layout blocks from schematic through tapeout, including floorplanning, placement, routing, optimization, and physical verification. Collaborate with circuit, verification, CAD, foundry, and packaging teams to improve performance and reliability, resolve post-layout issues, and mentor layout engineers.

Custom IC Layout Engineer

On-site · Ottawa

Develop and optimize custom layouts for analog, RF, and mixed-signal integrated circuits, including laser/EAM drivers and TIAs, and support block- and top-level integration. Run physical verification, assist with resolving layout issues, support parasitic extraction and post-layout simulation, and collaborate with circuit designers and senior layout engineers.

Photonic Product Validation & Characterization Engineer

On-site · Ottawa

The engineer will define and execute characterization strategies for high-speed photonic devices, including test coverage, data analysis, and technical reporting. They will also develop measurement methods and collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot device-level issues and support product release decisions.

IT Manager

On-site · Ottawa

The IT Manager will lead the technology infrastructure and data security strategy while building and managing a support team. They are responsible for overseeing HPC and EDA environments, managing vendor contracts, and ensuring robust cybersecurity compliance across global sites.

Optical Reliability Engineer

On-site

Lead the end-to-end reliability characterization and qualification of InP-based photonic devices such as lasers and modulators. Develop acceleration models and perform failure analysis to improve product robustness and drive corrective actions.

Optical Reliability Engineer

On-site · Ottawa

Lead the end-to-end reliability characterization and qualification of InP-based photonic devices such as lasers and modulators. Develop acceleration models and failure analysis hypotheses to improve product robustness and drive corrective actions.

Semiconductor Photonics Technologist

On-site · Ottawa

The role involves managing day-to-day photonics laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, inventory control, and safety compliance. The technologist will also support engineers with testing, qualification, and the creation of technical documentation.