Quantum Photonics Project Lead

Moventas Wind Ltd

Espoo

Hybrid

EUR 75,000 - 105,000

Full time

35 hours ago

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Job summary

VTT is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale commercial and R&D projects in photonics and quantum technology, focusing on quantum enabling technologies through the development of QPIC building blocks.

Our Quantum Photonics team collaborates with academic partners and industry to deliver cutting-edge solutions, guiding projects from proposal to contract R&D while engaging customers and expanding partnerships.

Qualifications

Master's degree in physics, quantum, photonics, electrical engineering or related field.
Basic understanding of quantum technologies, photonic devices and systems.
Experience leading the preparation of at least one project proposal or commercial offer relating to quantum and photonics technology development.
Experience leading at least one research, development or innovation project as a project manager with multiple people in the project team.
Hands-on experience in photonics research tasks: design, simulation, chip/wafer processing, photonics assembly/packaging and optical measurements.
Proficient in oral and written communication in English.
Experience in at least one relevant application area for quantum/photonic technologies (quantum sensors, QKD, quantum computing based on photonics).
Able to work in a multicultural team with English as the primary language at work.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of technologies, applications and/or partnerships in photonics and quantum technology.
Lead projects, including public-funded or customer projects.
Prepare project plans, funding applications and contract R&D offers in collaboration with colleagues.
Maintain direct contacts with current and potential customers with support from the sales organization.
Network within and outside VTT to raise visibility of photonics and quantum technology and to support new projects.
Disseminate information about results and offerings via publications and presentations.
Contribute to design, fabrication, assembly, packaging or testing of quantum and photonics systems.