About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited

Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world.

Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they’re at home, in the office, or on the go.

This spirit of innovation has led Huawei to work in close partnership with leading academic institutions in the UK to develop and refine the latest technologies. With a shared commitment to innovation and progress, both parties have worked together to achieve common goals and establish a strong partnership. The partnership between UK and Huawei help to develop the technologies of the future that will transform the way we all communicate, work and live. 

For the past 30 years we have maintained an unwavering focus, rejecting shortcuts and easy opportunities that don't align with our core business. With a practical approach to everything we do, we concentrate our efforts and invest patiently to drive technological breakthroughs.

This strategic focus is a reflection of our core values:

• staying customer-centric,
• inspiring dedication,
• persevering,
• Growing by reflection

Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Overview

Huawei’s vision is a fully connected, intelligent world. To achieve this, we work to inspire passion for basic research around the world. Our combined passion drives development across the global innovation value chain. Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. In the UK, we already have design centers in Cambridge, London, Edinburgh and Ipswich. We continue to explore and define new research directions and new services. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers; researched new network architectures, integration of communications and key enabling technologies; and developed the fundamental theories of these technologies. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey and drive your career forward. 

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Semiconductor Photonics Yield Improvement Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and resolving yield-related issues in our photonics manufacturing processes. This role requires a deep understanding of III-V semiconductor photonics device physics and manufacturing process, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for continuous improvement. 

Key Responsibilities:

•  Yield Analysis: Perform detailed analysis of production data to identify yield detractors and implement corrective actions.
• Process Optimization: Develop and implement process improvements to enhance yield and reduce variability in photonics semiconductor manufacturing.
• Failure Analysis: Conduct electrical and physical failure analysis to determine root causes of yield loss and drive corrective actions.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including process engineers, design engineers, and quality assurance, to resolve yield-related issues.
• Data Management: Maintain and analyze yield data of both released products and R&D products, generating reports and presenting findings to management.
• Technology Integration: Stay current with industry trends and integrate new technologies and methodologies to improve yield performance.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall production efficiency and product quality

This job description is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The jobholder will carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required by his/her line manager. The job description and personal specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of Huawei Research and Development UK Limited.

Person Specification:

Required

• PhD Degree in Physics, Optics, or related field (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or Material Science).
• Experience working with Manufacturing in such areas as: III V Photonic Devices, optical semiconductor devices, Laser, etc.
• Demonstrated failure mode analysis, root cause investigation, and problem solving for product yield and quality issue is a plus
• Ability to work across time zones with partners and for international business travel as required to support project development, and test process deployment
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC), and 6 sigma concepts for process development and control. MS Excel and or Minitab highly desirable.
• Python scripting skills and large data analysis.
• Mandarin Speaking

Personal Attributes

• Proven ability to work under own initiative with attention to detail 
• Proactive and innovative team player who is also capable of working independently 
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, capable of driving tasks with minimal supervision (but recognizing when to seek help), desire to learn, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment 
• A level-headed, proactive team player and good communicator
• Good communication and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to ensure prioritisation of workloads to meet business requirement
  

Additional Information

• Candidates must be eligible to, and hold all relevant finalised paperwork, to live and work in the UK. Copies of Passports and Visas will be requested. Please note we do not offer sponsorship for this role at this current time.

• This is initially a 12-month temp/agency worker contract, to be extended for further 12-month periods dependent on performance and workload. Assignments are renewed on the 31st December each year.