About the Opportunity

My client is an innovative technology organisation developing advanced optical and photonic technologies for next-generation communication applications.

They are looking to recruit a Senior Photonics Test & Development Engineer to support the development, testing and optimisation of complex optical systems and integrated photonic devices.

This is a hands-on engineering position suited to someone with extensive laboratory experience, strong technical knowledge of optical communications and the ability to lead testing and validation activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated testing processes and laboratory measurement systems.

• Investigate technical challenges and improve the performance of complex optical devices.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to support product development and design improvements.

• Perform optical and electrical measurements using specialist laboratory equipment.

• Analyse system performance, including signal integrity, noise, dispersion and transmission characteristics.

• Develop and optimise testing methodologies for integrated photonic components.

• Support the integration of optical and electronic technologies.

• Build and configure laboratory test environments for component and system-level evaluation.

• Evaluate and improve signal processing techniques and electronic performance.

• Provide technical guidance and contribute to wider engineering development projects.

• Produce technical reports and communicate findings across multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience within photonics, optical communications or high-speed hardware development.

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics, Photonics or a related technical discipline. Advanced qualifications are advantageous.

• Strong understanding of optical communication principles and high-frequency electronics.

• Experience developing and validating high-speed optical systems.

• Practical experience with photonic integrated circuits and optical component characterisation.

• Knowledge of signal processing, equalisation and analogue electronics.

• Experience with laboratory instrumentation, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, network analysers and optical measurement equipment.

• Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages for test automation.

• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical systems and work independently in a laboratory environment.

• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to coherent optical systems and advanced modulation techniques.

• Experience with silicon photonics, InP or other integrated photonic platforms.

• Knowledge of optical lasers, amplifiers and passive optical components.

• Previous experience mentoring engineers or coordinating technical projects.

Additional Information

• Base salary from $200,000 USD, depending on experience.

• Relocation assistance available.

• Visa sponsorship available for suitable candidates.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Hashim Akram