Compact Quantum Sensing Optics Engineer

Euraxess; España; Hybrid; PHP 3,273,000 - 4,727,000; Full time

Job summary

ARQUIMEA Research Center seeks a skilled researcher to design, simulate, develop, and integrate traditional and miniaturized optical systems for a NV-center-based quantum sensing platform. You will create high-performance optical designs and integrate fibers to enhance functionality.

The role requires a master’s or PhD in a relevant field, hands-on experience in optical alignment, and proficiency with Zemax/OSLO. Collaboration with physicists, engineers, and software developers is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Optical Engineering, Physics or Photonics with hands-on experience.
• Proven experience designing and aligning optical systems.
• Hands-on experience with miniaturized optics and fiber integration.
• Proficiency in Zemax and/or OSLO optical design software.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to document results.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate traditional optical paths for NV excitation and fluorescence collection.
• Define requirements for optical systems and fiber components.
• Develop compact optical systems with integrated fibers.
• Participate in prototype development and optimize reliability and scalability.
• Align optical components including fiber optics and diamond sensors.
• Implement scanning mechanisms for NV readout (galvo or fiber scanning).
• Characterize performance: photon collection, spatial resolution, system sensitivity.
• Collaborate with physicists, engineers, and software developers.

Skills

Optical system design

Fiber-optic integration

Zemax OSLO

Technical documentation

Analytical thinking

Education

Master’s degree in Optical Engineering

PhD in Physics / Photonics (bonus)

Tools

Zemax

OSLO

Job description

ARQUIMEA Research Center seeks a skilled researcher to design, simulate, develop, and integrate traditional and miniaturized optical systems for a NV-center-based quantum sensing platform. You will create high-performance optical designs and integrate fibers to enhance functionality.

The role requires a master’s or PhD in a relevant field, hands-on experience in optical alignment, and proficiency with Zemax/OSLO. Collaboration with physicists, engineers, and software developers is essential.