Senior Photonics Characterization Engineer (m/f/d)

Your Tasks

• Performing high-speed characterization measurements in the GHz range on TFLN-PICs and photodiodes
• Performing experimental verifications and statistical analyses to determine performance parameters
• Development, setup, and optimization of optical and RF test setups including probe station configuration and calibration
• Development of Python, LabVIEW, and MATLAB tools for measurement automation, data acquisition, and data analysis
• Participation in hybrid photodiode-PIC integration from design coordination to validation and packaging
• Feeding measurement results back into design, manufacturing, and technology roadmap
• Planning and prioritization of characterization campaigns
• Coordination of external suppliers, service providers, and research partners
• Mentoring junior engineers and technicians in testing, data acquisition, and analysis
• Ensuring laboratory safety and documentation of methods, code, and results

Your Profile

• Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering, photonics, or a related field
• At least five years of relevant experience in industry or research, including at least one year in high-speed photonic testing in the GHz range
• Knowledge of LNOI device physics and applications in high-speed modulation, detection, and RF signal integrity
• Practical experience with TFLN, photodiode characterization, and hybrid photonic-electronic integration
• Experience with VNAs, high-speed oscilloscopes, Optical Spectrum Analyzers, RF probes, and tunable lasers
• Knowledge of calibration procedures for optical and RF systems
• Very good Python skills; LabVIEW and MATLAB skills are an advantage
• Experience with PIC testing, probe station measurements, optical alignment, and optoelectronic commissioning
• Very good English skills
• German skills are an advantage