Co-Packaged Optics, Director

Job Description

Co-Packaged Optics, Director

About Us

Adeia Inc. (Nasdaq: ADEA) develops foundational innovations that shape how the world computes, connects and experiences entertainment. Its inventions span a broad range of semiconductor and media technologies, including 3D interconnect (hybrid bonding) and advanced thermal management for AI datacenters, as well as content discovery, personalization, and streaming. These inventions are licensed to leaders across the chip design and manufacturing, consumer electronics, automotive, digital entertainment, and e-commerce industries. Adeia’s innovations enable more powerful and efficient products, and more immersive, personalized experiences across billions of devices worldwide. Learn more at

Position Summary

The Co-Packaged Optics, Director provides deep technical expertise in silicon photonics and photonic integrated circuits (PICs) to identify and develop differentiated semiconductor innovations. The role explores emerging photonic technologies, develops innovative architectures and components, and translates technical discoveries into valuable intellectual property. Working closely with the VP, Emerging Technology & Discovery, this role advances Adeia’s innovation efforts in co-packaged optics, optical interconnects, and next-generation photonic technologies through technical leadership, and invention and IP generation. The role serves as the company’s recognized technical authority in optics and photonics space, influencing engineering priorities, technology strategy, industry collaboration and future innovation platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Technology Strategy & Innovation

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• Own the Co-Packaged Optics Technology Roadmap. Define the long-term strategy, architecture roadmap, and innovation priorities for co-packaged optics and silicon photonics aligned with Adeia’s semiconductor strategy.
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• Drive Component and Architecture Innovation. Develop differentiated photonic architectures, optical components, and technologies that expand Adeia’s technology portfolio and future IP licensing opportunities.
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Architecture Leadership & Technology Development

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• Lead Architecture Development. Drive architectural exploration across photonic integrated circuits (PICs), silicon photonics, packaging, optical interconnects, and system integration to identify breakthrough technology opportunities.
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• Advance Emerging Technologies. Lead modeling, simulation, prototyping, and technical validation to mature innovative photonic concepts into scalable technology platforms.
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Innovation & External Engagement

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• Lead Innovation and IP Strategy. Direct invention activities and partner with IP Engineering to build foundational patent portfolios supporting future licensing opportunities.
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• Drive Strategic Technology Programs. Evaluate emerging photonics technologies and lead technology initiatives that strengthen Adeia’s innovation portfolio.
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• Develop Strategic Industry Partnerships. Build technical relationships with semiconductor companies, customers, foundries, universities, and ecosystem partners to accelerate technology development and validation.
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• Represent Adeia Externally. Serve as Adeia’s technical authority in customer engagements, industry forums, and strategic technical collaborations.
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Enterprise Technology Leadership

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• Drive Enterprise Technical Leadership. Influence technology strategy and engineering priorities across Discovery Engineering, R&D, IP Engineering, and Product Engineering while mentoring senior technical contributors.
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Key Competencies

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• Develops long-term technology strategies and innovation roadmaps.
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• Drives innovation through technical leadership and IP development.
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• Influences technical direction across cross-functional engineering teams.
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• Builds strategic partnerships to accelerate technology innovation.
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• Solves complex technical challenges with sound engineering judgment.
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Minimum Qualifications

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• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Photonics, Optics, Physics, or a related field
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• 15+ years of experience in photonics, photonic integrated circuit (PIC) design, or optical communication technologies.
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• Hands-on experience across PIC design, layout, testing, packaging, integration, and photonic product development.
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• Experience with optical simulation, modeling, and photonic design flows.
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• Hands-on experience with optical design, simulation, and modeling tools such as CODE V, Zemax, LightTools, MATLAB, Python, or equivalent photonics design environments.
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• Experience designing photonic components such as waveguides, modulators, couplers, reflectors, optical I/O systems, or multi-wavelength optical systems.
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• Experience generating inventions, patents, or innovative technology concepts in photonics or optical technologies.
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• Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to evaluate technologies and develop new photonics concepts.
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience with co-packaged optics and optical interconnect architectures.
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• Experience with AI compute photonics, hyperscale optical systems, or advanced optical networking technologies.
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• Experience with photonic PDK development or layout automation.
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• Experience collaborating with semiconductor companies, research institutions, customers, or technology partners on photonics development.
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Location: Remote US

National Range: $202,000 - $250,000

Bonus Target: 20% of annualized base pay

Restricted Stock Units Target (as a % of annualized base pay): 75%

The base compensation is based on the primary work location, as ranges are location-specific. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other company programs.

Life @ Adeia:

At Adeia, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees have a voice and

sense of belonging, feel safe and valued, and are acknowledged for how their unique

differences contribute to organizational culture and business outcomes.

Our employees and their families are important to us, and our comprehensive pay, stock,

and benefits programs reflect that. Adeia supports personal well-being, builds financial

security, and enables employees to share in our collective success.

Rewards include:

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• Competitive compensation (salary, equity, and bonuses) and comprehensive benefits are designed to foster work-life balance, care for your health, protect your finances, and help you save and invest for the future.
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• Generous paid time away from work, including flexible time off, holidays and sick time, health and wellness initiatives, and a charitable match program to help you give back to your community.
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• Great benefits, which vary by location and can be site-specific: employee discounts, transportation reimbursements, and fitness facilities.
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• A flexible, hybrid work environment combining the best of in-office collaboration and community-building along with the benefits of working from home.
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