Photonics Engineer

Photonics Engineer – Oxford | Hybrid | £60K-£90K DOE

We’re looking for a Photonics Engineer to join our client’s team, developing cutting-edge hardware solutions across a range of advanced applications.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop packaging and integration solutions for photonic integrated circuits (PICs), including system-in-package designs, material selection, and thermal management.
• Prototype and test fibre-optic systems and optoelectronic assemblies.
• Evaluate and select photonic components (lasers, splitters, photodiodes, fibre cables), considering performance, material properties, and supply chain factors.
• Support PIC wafer runs throughout design, manufacturing, packaging, and testing phases.
• Develop and execute test plans for photonic components and optoelectronic devices, analysing data and refining designs.

Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience in photonics, with expertise in designing or characterising photonic/optoelectronic devices in industry or academia.
• Strong knowledge of photonics, fibre optics, PICs, packaging, and material properties.
• Degree (BSc, MSc, PhD) in Photonics, Optoelectronics, Physics, or a related field.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive approach.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail.
• Expertise in device characterisation, packaging, or semiconductor materials.

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• 33 days of holiday.
• Customisable benefits to suit your needs.

A fantastic opportunity to work on next-generation photonics technology—apply now!