Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 13, 2026.
Join us to Make an Impact
Innovation is in our DNA. We invented supercontinuum lasers and photonic crystal fibers and we constantly reimagine how our products can be used and improved. Our customers use our products in medical and life science research, quantum computing and space exploration.
We seek curious, creative and collaborative people to work in our cutting-edge company. Can you see yourself working in teams and providing solutions for innovators?
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We look forward to hearing from you!
Are you driven by workingwith cutting-edgephotonics technology that powers the future of Quantum Technologies? Do you want to be at the forefront of shaping the next generation of Laser Systemsin quantum computers, sensorsand communication systems? Do you findcomplex problems asexciting challengesand thrive on transforming them into manufacturable, scalable solutions? Are you motivated topush the boundaries of today’s technologyby building advanced laser systems that redefine innovation?
Then this job asseniorSpecialist- Quantum Laser Systems at Hamamatsu Photonics may be the right opportunity for you!
Being in the middle of the second quantum revolution, thisis a great timeto join us. Our continued success has set us on an exciting growth path-not just in Denmark, but across our global organization.Hamamatsu Photonicsis an inspiring place to work, where we encourage both personal and career development.
You will join a highly skilled and dedicated team of engineers and scientists and become a key contributor in developing advanced laser systems and accessories for cutting-edgequantum applications.
The Role:
As a senior member of our Koheras engineering team, you will lead the development, assembly, and testing of custom laser system productsand prototypesbased on ultra-stable fiber lasers. Youwill work within a multi-disciplinary team and interface with sales, support, purchasing, and manufacturing to ensure successful transfer of designs to production. You will own several laser projectsamong various customersand be responsible fordelivering robust, manufacturable solutionsfrom requirement captureall the way to deployment.
We are passionate about Quantum Technology!If you feel the same, in this position you will:
Capturerequirementsfrom,andbuild deepunderstanding of customer applications in quantum computing and sensing. Further you willtranslate this understanding into complex and highly specialized fiber laser systems, including:
Light generation (seed lasers, amplifiers, frequency stabilization)
Light processing (frequency conversion, electro-optical and acousto-optical modulation, fiber Bragg gratingsand more)
Light delivery (viaourproprietary Photonics Crystal Fiber platform)
Assure manufacturability and production scalability of laser systems aligned with ambitious customer roadmaps
Support and inspire the development of complex electronics control systems, including analog and digital communication backbones
Invent and inspire new technologydevelopment within fiber-based optics, contributing to IP generation
More About You:
As a strong candidate for this position, we hope you can tick most of the following boxes:
Minimum of a Master’s degree in scienceor engineering, preferably within a photonics research environment(ideally PhD level education)
Multiple years of experience in photonics-based quantum computing or sensing applications, ideally in an industrial setting (e.g., ion trapping, neutral atoms, photonic quantumcomputing, atom interferometryor similar)
Proven ability to translate quantum application requirements into laser system specifications
Deep understanding ofthefundamentalphysics and technology around:
Lasers
Light amplification
Non-linear frequency conversion
Photonic integrated circuits
Laser frequency metrology and stabilization (e.g.frequency combs)(ideally on fiber-based platforms)
Expertisein lightprocessing andmodulation using electro-optical and acousto-optical technologies(ideally on fiber-based platforms)
Hands-onlabexpertisein free-space and fiber optics
Proven ability to manageand organize multipleconcurrentengineering projects and work packages(ideally in the role of project manager)
Proven ability to lead and supervise small project teams across disciplines
Experience in programming (ideallyinPython)
Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Willingness to travel up to 10% annually, potentially globally

