Photonics Engineer

Barrington James; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering client in the quantum technology field is seeking an Integrated Photonics Engineer. This role involves designing, testing, and optimizing photonic circuits in a collaborative environment. The successful candidate will engage in hands-on lab work and contribute to innovative technology development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Inclusive and innovation-driven culture

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a technical field required.
• Experience with integrated photonic technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement experiments for photonic devices.
• Analyze device behavior and performance metrics.
• Document workflows and share technical knowledge.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Master’s or PhD in Physics

Electrical Engineering

Optical Engineering

Tools

Optical Alignment

Fiber-Optic Systems

Job description

We're supporting a pioneering client in the quantum technology space in their search for an Integrated Photonics Engineer . This role is ideal for someone excited by the challenge of building novel photonic systems from the ground up, especially within a highly collaborative, research-driven environment. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, testing, and optimization of next-generation photonic circuits used in advanced computing applications. The position involves hands-on lab work, including the development of test platforms and data acquisition tools for device characterization across a range of temperatures.

Role Highlights

• Design and implement experiments to assess the performance of on-chip optical components and integrated photonic devices
• Set up and operate test equipment for evaluating photonic systems under various environmental conditions
• Analyze device behavior and performance metrics; summarize insights for internal teams
• Write scripts for automating test procedures and post-processing data
• Partner with internal stakeholders—engineers, scientists, and designers—to iterate on device development
• Document workflows and share technical knowledge across the organization
• Support intellectual property development through research contributions

Your Background

• Graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in physics, electrical engineering, optical engineering, or a related technical field
• Professional or academic experience working directly with integrated photonic technologies
• Comfortable working with optical alignment, fiber-optic systems, and related test tools
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Familiarity with core concepts in photonics, signal integrity, and device modeling

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work on disruptive technology in a sector poised for rapid growth
• Contribute to highly specialized R&D with real-world applications
• Collaborate with experts across photonics, quantum engineering, and materials science
• Inclusive and innovation-driven culture with room for growth
• Competitive salary and benefits offered through a well-backed, scaling company

Following your application Chris Green, a specialist recruiter will discuss the opportunity with you in detail. Chris will be more than happy to answer any questions relating to the industry and the potential for your career growth. The conversation can also progress further to discussing other opportunities, which are also available right now or will be imminently becoming available.

This position has been highly popular, and is likely that it will close shortly. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Please click 'apply' or contact Chris Green for any further information.