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We focus on our customers and are proud of the difference our technology makes. We partner with some of the biggest manufacturing companies in the world and our technical innovations are used to enhance well-known brands across multiple industries.\nTitle Lead Opto-Electronics Engineer\nDepartment Engineering - Development\nLocation Niwot/Hybrid\nReports To Research Director\nYour Impact\nWe are looking for a Lead Opto-Electronics Engineer who will contribute to the Engineering Research & Development team, ensuring alignment with company goals and delivery of innovative, reliable photonic detection solutions. This role is responsible for setting technical direction and providing expert guidance. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills; build collaborative relationships across functions; and maintain a commitment to professional excellence, quality, and continuous improvement.\nThe Role\nThe Lead Opto-Electronics Engineer is a senior technical leadership role focused on very low-level light detection, optical imaging, and advanced photonic instrumentation. They will lead the development of high-sensitivity detection systems with emphasis on maximizing signal-to-noise ratio through detector selection, amplifier architecture, low-noise circuit design, and precision PCB layout. They will serve as a subject matter expert in photonic detectors and interfacing circuitry for scientific instrumentation.\nJob Responsibilities\nDesign and develop ultra-low-noise, high signal-to-noise analog front-end electronics for optical detection systems\n\nDefine requirements and specifications for photonic detectors (photodiodes, APDs, SPADs, SiPMs, and arrays) in collaboration with vendors\n\nLead development and evaluation of optical imaging and light collection systems for weak-signal environments\n\nAnalyze detector physics, noise sources, and system-level performance limitations\n\nResearch and evaluate emerging photonics and detector technologies to guide R&D direction\n\nProvide technical leadership, mentorship, and knowledge transfer to engineering and research staff\n\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to support advanced instrumentation development programs\n\nContinuously evaluate processes for improvements in efficiency, quality, and performance\n\nThis role is not all-inclusive; responsibilities may evolve to meet organizational needs\n\nRequired Qualifications\nMS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Photonics, Optical Engineering, or related field\n\nSignificant experience in:\nVery low level light detection systems\n\nLow noise amplifier design and circuit architecture\n\nPrecision PCB layout for sensitive analog systems\n\nOptical detection and imaging systems\n\nFifteen (15) years of relevant experience\n\nDeep understanding of photonic detector devices and associated electronics\n\nStrong analytical, experimental, and problem-solving skills\n\nAbility to independently evaluate and guide advanced photonics technology directions\n\nStrong communication, collaboration, and mentoring capability\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nPhD in a relevant technical discipline\n\nExperience with photon counting and TCSPC (time-correlated single photon counting)\n\nBroad knowledge of modern photonics and optical sensing technologies\n\nDemonstrated success in maturing complex technologies into commercially viable products\n\nExperience working in multidisciplinary industrial research environments\n\nStrong innovation track record (publications, patents, or advanced R&D contributions)\n\nProven leadership and project execution experience\n\nWork Environment & Physical Requirements\nThis is an “in-office” position 80-100% of the time. The remainder of the time you may work from home. These percentages are targets with the actual schedule to be determined in conjunction with the Manager's expectations for the position.\n\nThis role primarily operates in an office/lab/manufacturing environment. Must be able to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods of time\n\nOccasional lifting of up to 20 lbs. independently may be required\n\nThis role involves occasional working in laboratory environments that include exposure to X-rays, radiation, and biological materials. All work is performed following established safety protocols and regulatory guidelines\n\nReasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role\n\nCompensation & Benefits\nCompetitive base salary range: $140,000 - 175,000 depending on experience\nOur compensation philosophy: we offer competitive pay based on market data, including local, national, and industry benchmarks. For new hires, offers are generally within the established min- to mid-point of the range for the role, with flexibility to recognize experience, skills, and education. Our approach ensures fair pay internally while remaining competitive externally and allows room for growth.\n\nComprehensive benefits package:\nHealth coverage: medical, dental, vision, fsa, onsite clinic (CO employees), life insurance\n\n401(k) retirement plan with company match\n\nVacation, holiday, and leave policies\n\nTuition reimbursement, Employee recognition programs, Employee assistance programs\n\nParticle Measuring Systems is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.","description_format":"text","description_chars":5515,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"master","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Life insurance","Retirement plans"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Digital Design","Travel Technology","Security Compliance"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-03T00:08:09Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":22,"band":"cold","label":"Long shot","p_open":1,"p_active":0.615,"p_room":0.35,"age_days":53,"expected_fill_days":19,"reasons":["conf:10","velocity","win:tail"],"computed_at":"2026-10-13T05:45:00Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":175000,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/particle-measuring-systems-lead-opto-electronics-engineer","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/particle-measuring-systems-lead-opto-electronics-engineer.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-13T09:05:32Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":13683,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-14T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":2310940},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=2310940"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fparticle-measuring-systems-lead-opto-electronics-engineer"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fparticle-measuring-systems-lead-opto-electronics-engineer"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fparticle-measuring-systems-lead-opto-electronics-engineer"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/particle-measuring-systems-lead-opto-electronics-engineer\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fparticle-measuring-systems-lead-opto-electronics-engineer"}]}