Quantum Laser Systems Specialist

IPG Photonics; Birkerød; On-site; DKK 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamamatsu Photonics Denmark is seeking a Senior Specialist – Quantum Laser Systems to lead development and testing of advanced laser systems for quantum applications. You will work in a multidisciplinary Koheras engineering team to translate customer needs into manufacturable fiber laser solutions.

The role involves project leadership across disciplines, maintaining production readiness, and close collaboration with sales and manufacturing to meet ambitious roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in science or engineering, preferably within a photonics field.
• PhD level education preferred for advanced roles.
• Multiple years of experience in photonics-based quantum computing or sensing applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, assembly and testing of custom laser system products and prototypes.
• Collaborate with sales, support, purchasing and manufacturing to transfer designs to production.
• Deliver robust, manufacturable solutions from requirements capture to deployment.

Skills

Quantum sensing

Fiber lasers

Laser systems

Project management

Team leadership

English (fluent)

Python programming

Requirements capture

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Manufacturability

Education

Master’s degree in science or engineering

PhD in photonics (preferred)

Tools

Python

Job description

Join us to Make an Impact

Innovation is in our DNA. We invented supercontinuum lasers and photonic crystal fibers and we constantly reimagine how our products can be used and improved. Our customers use our products in medical and life science research, quantum computing and space exploration.

We seek curious, creative and collaborative people to work in our cutting-edge company. Can you see yourself working in teams and providing solutions for innovators?

Are you driven by working with cutting‑edge photonics technology that powers the future of Quantum Technologies? Do you want to be at the forefront of shaping the next generation of Laser Systems in quantum computers, sensors and communication systems? Do you find complex problems as exciting challenges and thrive on transforming them into manufacturable, scalable solutions? Are you motivated to push the boundaries of today’s technology by building advanced laser systems that redefine innovation?

Then this job as senior Specialist – Quantum Laser Systems at Hamamatsu Photonics may be the right opportunity for you!

Being in the middle of the second quantum revolution, this is a great time to join us. Our continued success has set us on an exciting growth path—not just in Denmark, but across our global organization. Hamamatsu Photonics is an inspiring place to work, where we encourage both personal and career development.

You will join a highly skilled and dedicated team of engineers and scientists and become a key contributor in developing advanced laser systems and accessories for cutting‑edge quantum applications.

The Role:

As a senior member of our Koheras engineering team, you will lead the development, assembly, and testing of custom laser system products and prototypes based on ultra‑stable fiber lasers. You will work within a multi‑disciplinary team and interface with sales, support, purchasing, and manufacturing to ensure successful transfer of designs to production. You will own several laser projects among various customers and be responsible for delivering robust, manufacturable solutions from requirement capture all the way to deployment.

We are passionate about Quantum Technology! If you feel the same, in this position you will:

• Capture requirements from, and build deep understanding of customer applications in quantum computing and sensing. Further you will translate this understanding into complex and highly specialized fiber laser systems, including:

• Light generation (seed lasers, amplifiers, frequency stabilization)

• Light processing (frequency conversion, electro‑optical and acousto‑optical modulation, fiber Bragg gratings and more)

• Light delivery (via our proprietary Photonics Crystal Fiber platform)

• Assure manufacturability and production scalability of laser systems aligned with ambitious customer roadmaps

• Support and inspire the development of complex electronics control systems, including analog and digital communication backbones

• Invent and inspire new technology development within fiber‑based optics, contributing to IP generation

More About You:

As a strong candidate for this position, we hope you can tick most of the following boxes:

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in science or engineering, preferably within a photonics research environment (ideally PhD level education)

• Multiple years of experience in photonics‑based quantum computing or sensing applications, ideally in an industrial setting (e.g., ion trapping, neutral atoms, photonic quantum computing, atom interferometry or similar)

• Proven ability to translate quantum application requirements into laser system specifications

• Deep understanding of the fundamental physics and technology around:

• Lasers

• Light amplification

• Non‑linear frequency conversion

• Photonic integrated circuits

• Laser frequency metrology and stabilization (e.g. frequency combs)(ideally on fiber‑based platforms)

• Expertise in light processing and modulation using electro‑optical and acousto‑optical technologies (ideally on fiber‑based platforms)

• Hands‑on lab expertise in free‑space and fiber optics

• Proven ability to manage and organize multiple concurrent engineering projects and work packages (ideally in the role of project manager)

• Proven ability to lead and supervise small project teams across disciplines

• Experience in programming (ideally in Python)

• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

• Willingness to travel up to 10% annually, potentially globally

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