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MicroLED Team Lead – Canada – Semiconductors

  • Job Ref LEDTL-CA
  • Salary Range $220,000 - $300,000 CAD
  • Location Ontario, Canada

Company Overview:

Mackenzie Stuart is partnered with an exciting semiconductor company focused on revolutionising data centre connectivity with advanced micro LED-based interconnects. This innovative firm is dedicated to developing high-performance solutions that optimize bandwidth and reduce latency, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of artificial intelligence.

Role Overview:

As the MicroLED Team Lead / Principal Epitaxial Growth Engineer you will lead the development and optimization of high-speed, ultra-efficient MicroLEDs, focusing on Metal-Organic Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD) growth for visible-wavelength LEDs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the MOCVD growth of GaN-based and related materials for visible-wavelength LEDs.
  • Optimize epitaxial growth processes to achieve precise control over thickness, doping, and uniformity.
  • Develop LED designs for high-speed response and data communication applications.
  • Collaborate with fabrication and device design teams to align growth parameters with performance requirements.
  • Perform advanced material characterization using tools such as SEM, AFM, XRD, TEM, and SIMS.
  • Resolve growth challenges, including defect mitigation, compositional control, and doping uniformity.
  • Maintain meticulous records of growth processes, characterization results, and performance metrics.

Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in MOCVD growth, preferably for GaN-based LEDs.
  • Proven track record of developing high-quality epitaxial layers for visible-wavelength LEDs.
  • Expertise in MOCVD tool operation, maintenance, and recipe development.
  • Strong knowledge of LED design for high-speed response and micro-device optimization.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional teamwork.

Compensation:

  • Base Salary: $220,000 – $300,000 CAD, depending on experience.
  • Highly competitive equity grants are included, considered part of the total compensation package.
  • Competitive benefits program for full-time employees

This role presents an exceptional opportunity for a highly skilled professional who is passionate about and experienced in MicroLED technologies. If you are ready to lead ground-breaking projects in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the future of connectivity.

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