SemiWave Talent links semiconductor firms with specialized engineers and leaders in optics, lithography, metrology, and photonics.
SemiWave Talent links semiconductor firms with specialized engineers and leaders in optics, lithography, metrology, and photonics.
The industry is scaling through chiplets, coherence fabrics, and advanced packaging — but the physics behind these systems is outpacing the available talent. We target the rare engineers who understand die-to-die signaling, thermal collapse, interposer stress, TSV reliability, and high-density integration at the level modern multi-die architectures demand. When compute scales faster than packaging, only a handful of specialists can keep the system stable. We find them
When the role is mission‑critical, the margin for error disappears. We partner with teams building complex semiconductor systems where a single hire can accelerate roadmaps — or stall them. Our search process is built for environments where precision, confidentiality, and technical depth matter.
months to replace of senior technical hires in niche domains
The talent you need isn’t applying — they’re already leading. We specialize in reaching passive, hard‑to‑find experts across lithography, optics, photonics, metrology, and advanced engineering. These are niche specialists who rarely surface through traditional recruiting channels.
years of highly specific experience of Senior domain experts
Keywords don’t reveal engineering intuition. We do. We evaluate candidates on real technical depth, problem‑solving ability, and domain‑specific experience — not just titles or buzzwords. Our vetting uncovers the engineers who can actually build, scale, and innovate.
needed for roles that goes far deeper than listed responsibilities
Fast, but never rushed. Accurate, but never slow. We combine targeted headhunting with deep technical understanding to deliver curated candidates faster than industry norms — without compromising quality or rigor.
balanced with velocity
Our engagement model is designed for high-risk, precision-driven hiring. We operate as a boutique executive search partner, delivering carefully vetted specialists for critical semiconductor roles.
We help semiconductor and optics professionals find roles that match their technical strengths and long-term ambitions without generic filters or recruiter noise.
We are seeking a Principal Thermal Mechanical Photonic Designer to lead the thermal and mechanical design of next-generation silicon photonic devices and high-speed optical interconnects. In this role, you will work at the intersection of photonics, packaging, thermal engineering, and mechanical simulation to develop advanced optical solutions for AI infrastructure, high-performance computing, networking, and data center applications.You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams across photonics, packaging, systems, reliability, and manufacturing to develop robust, manufacturable, and high-performance photonic products from concept through volume production.
We are seeking a Senior Photonic Device Designer to develop next-generation silicon photonic devices for high-speed optical interconnects, AI infrastructure, networking, and advanced sensing applications. This role combines photonic device design, simulation, characterization, and laboratory validation to bring innovative optical technologies from concept through prototype development and product commercialization.You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams across photonics, electronics, systems, packaging, and manufacturing to create high-performance optical components for next-generation computing and communication platforms.
We are seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and validate high-performance optical systems for advanced imaging, metrology, and semiconductor inspection applications. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong expertise in optical system design, precision alignment, optical metrology, and product development who enjoys solving complex multidisciplinary engineering challenges.You will work closely with systems, mechanical, software, manufacturing, and hardware engineering teams to develop innovative optical solutions from concept through production while ensuring exceptional performance, manufacturability, and reliability.
We are seeking a Senior Photonic Device Designer to develop next-generation silicon photonic devices for high-speed optical interconnects, AI infrastructure, networking, and advanced sensing applications. This role combines photonic device design, simulation, characterization, and laboratory validation to bring innovative optical technologies from concept through prototype development and product commercialization.You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams across photonics, electronics, systems, packaging, and manufacturing to create high-performance optical components for next-generation computing and communication platforms.
Professionals in Advanced Packaging Design & Engineering play a central role in enabling next‑generation semiconductor performance through innovations in 2.5D/3D integration, chiplet architectures, thermal‑mechanical design, and substrate layout engineering. These engineers collaborate across silicon, materials, reliability, and manufacturing teams to develop packaging solutions that improve power efficiency, signal integrity, and system‑level performance. They are expected to bring expertise in simulation, materials science, interconnect technologies, and design‑for‑manufacturability. Our recruiting firm understands the specialized technical depth required in this fast‑evolving field and leverages deep industry relationships to match advanced packaging talent with companies where their innovation, engineering strengths, and career goals align—ensuring a strong fit for both candidate and employer.
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A Supply Chain & Operations Manager in the semiconductor industry plays a mission‑critical role in ensuring that materials, components, manufacturing resources, and factory operations flow smoothly through one of the most complex and time‑sensitive supply ecosystems in the world. They oversee sourcing, vendor management, logistics, inventory planning, production scheduling, and day‑to‑day operational execution across fabs, OSATs, equipment suppliers, and global distribution networks. Semiconductor Supply Chain and Operations leaders are expected to excel instrategic sourcing, demand forecasting, supplier relationship management, operations optimization, and risk mitigation—especially given the industry’s sensitivity to lead‑time volatility, capacity constraints, and geopolitical factors. Our recruiting firm understands these unique challenges and the specialized skill sets required. By leveraging our deep semiconductor network and insight into each company’s operational needs, we match highly qualified Supply Chain & Operations professionals with organizations where their expertise, leadership style, and career goals align, ensuring long‑term success for both the candidate and the employer.
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Scientists and physicists working in Photonics for the semiconductor industry drive innovation in light‑based technologies that enable advanced lithography, high‑precision metrology, optical interconnects, and next‑generation sensing. These experts apply deep knowledge inoptical physics, laser systems, nanophotonics, and optical materials to design, model, and optimize systems that operate at nanometer scales. Their work is essential for improving resolution, throughput, and accuracy in semiconductor manufacturing tools. Our recruiting firm understands the rare combination of scientific depth and industry experience required for these roles. By leveraging our semiconductor network, we match photonics scientists with companies where their research strengths, technical expertise, and long‑term career goals align—creating high‑value, lasting placements for both candidates and employers.
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Scientists and engineers in Advanced Packaging play a pivotal role in shaping the future of semiconductor integration through innovations in heterogeneous integration, chiplet design, materials science, and thermal‑mechanical modeling. These roles require expertise in simulation, reliability physics, interconnect technologies, and design‑for‑manufacturability to push the boundaries of performance, density, and power efficiency. Advanced packaging scientists collaborate across silicon, substrate, reliability, and manufacturing teams to bring cutting‑edge packaging architectures from concept to production. Our recruiting firm specializes in identifying this highly technical talent and connecting them with semiconductor companies where their innovation, engineering capabilities, and career aspirations align—ensuring strong, strategic matches for both sides.
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Optics Engineers in the semiconductor industry contribute to critical technologies such as lithography systems, optical metrology, laser‑based inspection, and precision imaging. They design, model, and optimize optical components and systems that enable nanometer‑scale patterning, measurement, and defect detection. These roles require strong foundations in optics, photonics, imaging physics, and system integration. Our recruiting firm excels at identifying candidates with the rare combination of deep optical expertise and semiconductor manufacturing experience, connecting them with organizations where their technical capabilities and long‑term aspirations align—creating high‑value matches for both sides.
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A Technical Program Manager (TPM) in the semiconductor industry plays a crucial role in guiding complex engineering programs—from early silicon design through manufacturing and product launch—by aligning cross‑functional teams, managing risks, and ensuring technical and schedule commitments are met. TPMs blend engineering depth with strong program leadership, coordinating across silicon, hardware, software, supply‑chain, and manufacturing groups to keep execution on track. They are expected to bring expertise in program planning, technical integration, risk management, and clear stakeholder communication. At our recruiting firm, we specialize in understanding both the technical demands of these roles and the unique strengths of each candidate. By leveraging our industry network and deep knowledge of semiconductor organizations, we match TPM talent with companies where their skills, leadership style, and career goals align—ensuring a strong fit for both the candidate and the employer.
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