Senior Photonik-Charakterisierungsingenieur (m/w/d)

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential photonics technology organization based in Stuttgart. Our client is seeking a Senior Photonics Characterization Engineer to lead critical measurement and validation activities for advanced integrated photonic devices.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct high-speed characterization measurements in the GHz range on thin-film lithium niobate photonic integrated circuits and photodiodes
• Perform experimental verification and statistical analysis to determine performance parameters
• Design, build, and optimize optical and RF test setups including probe station configuration and calibration
• Develop Python, LabVIEW, and MATLAB tools for measurement automation, data acquisition, and analysis
• Contribute to hybrid photodiode-PIC integration from design coordination through validation and packaging
• Feed measurement results back into design, manufacturing, and technology roadmap planning
• Plan and prioritize characterization campaigns
• Coordinate with external suppliers, service providers, and research partners
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians in testing, data collection, and analysis techniques
• Ensure laboratory safety and maintain thorough documentation of methods, code, and results

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Photonics, or related field
• Minimum 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 lithium niobate on insulator device physics and applications in high-speed modulation, detection, and RF signal integrity
• Hands-on experience with thin-film lithium niobate, photodiode characterization, and hybrid photonic-electronic integration
• Proficiency with vector network analyzers, high-speed oscilloscopes, optical spectrum analyzers, RF probes, and tunable lasers
• Understanding of calibration procedures for optical and RF systems
• Strong Python programming skills; LabVIEW and MATLAB experience advantageous
• Experience with photonic integrated circuit testing, probe station measurements, optical alignment, and optoelectronic commissioning
• Excellent English language skills required
• German language skills are beneficial

How We Work with You

Candidates apply through Get A Job.ai. Our talent team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and career goals. We then submit qualified candidates to our client for consideration. Please do not contact the client organization directly, as all communication is managed through our recruiting process.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on your experience and qualifications.

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