Electro Optical Engineer

KD; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 42.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Flexible working hours

Telework option

Free medical insurance

Ticket Restaurant

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

KD is seeking an Electro Optical Engineer to join its R&D photonics team in Madrid. You will characterize high-speed EO components, model, and design, while overseeing production with top-tier manufacturers and driving data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities include developing drivers with the Analog & Mixed Signal team, and using RF test equipment and simulations to enable high-speed optical transceivers. A strong physics/engineering background and hands-on lab skills are essential.

Formación

• MSc in Physics, Electrical engineering, Electronics, or relevant field.
• At least 2 years of experience in related fields.
• Hands-on expertise in advanced lab test equipment, accurate characterization capabilities, and data analysis.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor diodes and lasers.
• Basic understanding of optical systems.
• Solid programming capabilities.

Responsabilidades

• Characterize high-speed electro-optical components and perform modeling and design.
• Oversee production and manufacturing by top tier manufacturers.
• Use RF equipment to measure, analyze data and prepare reports for modeling and design.
• Contribute to design and optimization of next-generation EO components.
• Collaborate with Analog & Mixed Signal teams to design drivers for EO devices.
• Use simulations to optimize full link performance for high-speed operation.

Conocimientos

Lab test equipment

Data analysis

Programming skills

Educación

MSc in Physics / Electrical engineering / Electronics

Herramientas

EDA tools

Descripción del empleo

Semiconductor supplier KD provides innovative high-speed optical networking for harsh environments. Making gigabit communications over fiber optics a reality, KD technology supplies multi Gb/s optical links for automotive, industrial, and home networks.

Founded in 2010 in Madrid, Spain, KD offers its cost-effective technology as either ASSP or IP (Intellectual Property) to be integrated in SoCs (System-on-Chips).

KD has more than 80 employees, we are in full expansion due to the development of innovative products in the sector and the creation of a unique factory in Spain.

As a result, we are looking for a Electro Optical Engineer.

Please find below the responsibilities, profile, conditions and other details of the position:

Tasks & Responsibilities

As a member of the R&D team, you will work in the photonics department and will be responsible for high-speed broadband electro-optical (EO) components characterization, modeling, and design.

You will also overview these components production and manufacturing by top tier manufacturers.

In your role you will use the state of the art high speed broad band RF equipment to measure and characterize the EO components, you will analyze the data and prepare high quality reports, that will be used as inputs for modeling and design.

You will also take part of the design and optimization of the next generation EO components to enable the company’s future products.

Your will interact with the Analog & Mixed signal team to help design the drivers of these EO devices. The measurements and models that you will develop will be used in sophisticated simulation tools to allow optimization of the full link simulation to enable high speed operation of the optical transceivers.

What You Bring

MSc in Physics, Electrical engineering, Electronics, or relevant field.

At least 2 years of experience in related fields.

Hands-on expertise in advanced lab test equipment, accurate characterization capabilities, and data analysis.

Basic understanding of semiconductor diodes and lasers.

Basic understanding of optical systems.

Solid programming capabilities.

Desirable knowledge and skills:

Optical communication and networking knowledge.

Solid-state semiconductor diodes and laser physics knowledge.

Experience with EDA tools or similar component design tools.

Modeling capabilities for DC and AC circuits, lumped elements, and 2-port network knowledge.

Personal Profile:

Fast learning skills and innovative thinking.

Commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning.

A critical and constructive mindset.

Proactive, problem-solving attitude.

Team-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate effectively.

What We Offer

Development and growth: We offer development and training opportunities in a fast-growing start-up company.

Financial stability: With us you receive performance-related pay, health insurance as well as other company benefits.

Work-life balance: An essential part of our company culture. We offer the possibility of hybrid work and flexible working hours and the opportunity to work in a modern workplace in an excellent location in Madrid (Tres Cantos).

Working together: we are a friendly team with a shared passion for technology. We focus on building personal connections through team events and networking activities between teams.

Flexible working hours, intensive working hours on Fridays and the three summer months.

10 hours of telework per week.

Free Medical insurance for the employee and discounts for family members.

Ticket Restaurant option.

Company social events.

Training plan and development opportunities.

Indefinite full-time contract.

Dynamic and collaborative work environment, with ambitious and innovative projects.

Flat hierarchies and open communication.

A very good working atmosphere with competent, motivated and friendly colleagues, open to the international level.

Salary: To be negotiated based on candidate´s experience.