FAQ HR - SMART Photonics

Frequently asked questions

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What is the delivered chip thickness for the MPW chips?

The chips will have a thickness of 200μm +/- 20 μm.

How does the recruitment process work?

Apply via the website to the vacancy that matches your skills and interests the most, by selecting the job and clicking “Apply”. Make sure to add all the necessary information. The Recruitment team will screen it - this might take around 10 days. If you are selected, the team will contact you with further information.

Do you have an O-band MPW platform?

SMART Photonics is expanding its platform as well to the O band and aluminum containing epitaxial structures. If you have any demand here, please check with one of our representatives where we stand.

Which other wavelengths are supported?

The wavelength span offered now is the one which is optimal for telecommunications, however even with the standard epitaxial structure the photodiodes will provide some signal above and below this range. If you want to make lasers in a different wavelength, please check what we can offer. In some occasions it is very attractive to use the MPW platform to share some of the costs for processing while using a different epitaxial structure to start with.

Are the the building blocks available that are not in the PDK?

The blocks that are in the SMART Photonics Process Design Kit (PDK) and design manual (DM) are the building blocks that went through a validation procedure. However in order to launch new building blocks safely, SMART Photonics processes parallel wafers to allow for prototyping this new functionality. If the integration does work smoothly and building blocks are characterized, it will be offered after two validation runs. Though the building blocks are not offered commercially, it might be interesting for you as well to participate here with an invalidated experimental design in order to stay ahead of competition.

Do you have a high-speed platform?

The standard MPW platform is demonstrated up to 20 GHz, however to keep up with the never ending need for higher speed, SMART Photonics offers a Semi insulating platform that demonstrated its capabilities up to 35GHz. Currently this is only offered through direct custom runs, and we are looking to launch a separate MPW run for this later. If there are multiple customers that want to share the cost of a run, we are happy to connect you and make it happen. Please let us know your needs.

What are SMART Photonics' expectations regarding workplace conduct, information security, and responsible use of company resources?

Security is a shared responsibility. At SMART Photonics, we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace, where everyone is treated fairly. Together, we protect our people, information, technology, and operations. Every employee is expected to work responsibly by following approved procedures, using our systems and information with care, and speak up when something doesn't seem right. By applying, you agree to uphold our security principles and Code of Conduct.