Optical Engineer - (multiple positions available)

AllFocal Optics Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options program

Pension scheme and benefits

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

AllFocal Optics Ltd. is seeking an exceptional Optical Engineer to bring Maxwellian optical stacks from concept to product.

You will tackle complex optical challenges, contribute to hardware design and development, and help turn ambitious ideas into practical solutions in a fast-paced startup environment. Responsibilities include building optical setups on an optical bench, programming and controlling custom optical devices, and collaborating with partners to drive innovation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience developing a novel optics concept.
• Demonstrated experience with free-space experimental optics.
• Strong knowledge of Image Formation Theory.
• Master’s degree in Optics, Physics, Mathematics or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Use experimental optics skills to build and develop optical setups on an optical bench.
• Use computational skills to program and control custom optical devices.
• Contribute to intellectual property development, including participating in patent writing.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues, industry partners, suppliers, and customers to drive innovation.

Skills

Optics concept development

Free-space optics

Image formation theory

Programming basics

Education

Master's degree in Optics/Physics/Mathematics

PhD in Optical Engineering/Physics (preferred)

Tools

CAD

Electronics

Programming

Job description

AllFocal Optics is a photonics hardware company developing advanced Maxwellian optical stacks to improve visual comfort and performance across consumer, automotive and defence applications. Designed for integration into digital displays and pass-through optical devices, our optical components enable more comfortable, immersive visual experiences.

We are looking for an exceptional Optical Engineer to help bring these technologies from concept to product. You will tackle complex optical challenges, contribute to the design and development of innovative hardware, and help turn ambitious ideas into practical solutions. Join a collaborative team where creativity, engineering rigour and technical excellence shape the products we build.

Roles and Responsibilities

Use experimental optics skills to build and develop optical setups on an optical bench.

Use computational skills to program and control custom optical devices.

Contribute to intellectual property development, including participating in patent writing.

Collaborate closely with colleagues, industry partners, suppliers, and customers to drive innovation.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated experience developing a novel optics concept.

Demonstrated experience with free-space experimental optics.

Strong knowledge of Image Formation Theory.

Master’s degree in Optics, Physics, Mathematics or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.

Programming experience.

Experience in CAD and electronics.

Enthusiasm and resilience.

What we Offer

Equity options program for long-term growth.

Pension scheme and additional benefits.

Exciting opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.

Support for professional development and career growth.

Visa sponsorship available for the right candidate.

If you are a talented, motivated Optical Engineer with a passion for innovation and cutting-edge optics, we would love to hear from you!