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You will be developing, implementing and testing measurement procedures to characterize quantum emitters embedded in photonic circuits at cryogenic temperatures. As a Photonics Test Engineer, you are a specialist in testing photonic on-chip devices and are familiar with evaluating and improving their performance. You will work in a diverse, fast-paced, and multi-disciplinary team of engineers, scientists and technicians.\nWHAT WE NEED YOU TO DO\nDevelop and implement high-throughput test plans to characterize active and passive large-scale on-chip silicon photonic circuits. \nPlan for new measurement concepts and architectures to validate and improve device performance \nDesign and optimise measurement sequences to reduce cycle time and maximise test throughput \nDevelop and document test and measurement processes and procedures, including developing standard operating procedures \nDefine test stations that integrate optical and electrical subsystems in collaboration with Device Engineering \nDefine automation requirements to improve test station productivity and repeatability, driving continuous improvement and efficiency across our systems and processes. \nCommunicate across an interdisciplinary team with varying levels of photonic expertise to translate complex problems to actionable tasks \nDefine and align acceptance criteria for test stations and methods to be adopted in the test and assembly flow, in collaboration with the Test and Device Engineering teams. \nExecute tests, generate scripts to analyze results, and troubleshoot and diagnose issues to meet chip measurement goals. \nCharacterize test station performance and repeatability \nWHAT YOU BRING TO OUR TEAM\nPhD or Master’s degree in physics, applied physics, materials science, electrical engineering, or other relevant discipline \n3+ years of hands-on experience with photonic or quantum devices\nKnowledge of and hands-on-experience with integrated photonics and optics\nExperience developing automated test and data acquisition scripts (e.g., Python)\nAbility to translate research-style experiments into scalable, repeatable engineering processes\nExperience developing automated test, data acquisition, and analysis scripts (e.g. Python). \nExcellent teamwork, interpersonal and written communication skills. \nStrong organizational and problem-solving skills. \nAttention to detail. \n An exceptional candidate will bring:\nHands-on experience with wafer scale measurements \nExperience translating research-style systems to standard, productionised processes \nExperience analysing large data sets and drawing conclusions on device yield and quality \nBroad experimental capability across optics and electronics \nStrong understanding of electronics and electromagnetic compatibility\nWHY YOU SHOULD WORK WITH US\nWork closely with some of the brightest innovators in quantum technologies to drive breakthroughs that redefine computing\nEnjoy a fast-paced and fun environment where you can try new things while solving innovative challenges every day\nInclusive company culture that values collaboration\nRegular social events and fun activities keep our global team connected\nCompetitive compensation package including base salary, stock options, and relocation assistance for global talent\nComprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, life, long term disability, an employee assistance program, parental leave top-ups, and a flexible spending account \nThe description above is what we think an ideal candidate would look like for this role. 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