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Its offerings include the most energy-efficient quantum computers for data centers, full-stack quantum computing solutions accessible via the cloud, and algorithm access services for academic and industrial customers. Following a pragmatic, step-by-step roadmap, Quandela has been deploying industrial-grade systems since 2023 while developing future generations of fault-tolerant quantum computers capable of scaling through the integration of thousands of photonic components. Quandela is committed to making quantum computing accessible to all in order to address the most complex industrial and societal challenges.\nLearn more at: Quandela | Leading Photonic Quantum Computing Solutions\nAbout this position:\nYou will join the QPU Prototyping team, which develops and integrates the optical systems at the heart of Quandela's quantum processors, turning advanced R&D experiments into operational hardware.\nWe are looking for a Senior Optical Systems Engineer to take ownership of a major optical development work package within our next-generation QPU programme.\nYour main challenge will be to maximise optical transmission and system performance, from experimental characterisation and precision alignment to qualification and integration. You'll tackle complex optical challenges, defining the right experimental approaches and driving solutions from investigation to validation.\nYou will also coordinate technical activities involving several engineers and scientists, ensuring the delivery of critical milestones.\nThis is a predominantly hands-on experimental role, combining deep technical expertise with project ownership.\nRequirements\nWhat you'll do:\nDevelop and optimise optical systems\nDesign, assemble, align and operate complex optical setups. \nCharacterise optical transmission, identify losses and improve efficiency. \nDefine measurement methods and improve stability and reproducibility. \nTroubleshoot experimental challenges and implement reliable solutions. \nQualify and integrate optical subsystems\nOptimise research-developed optical subsystems for QPU integration. \nDefine experimental tests, performance targets and qualification procedures. \nCollaborate with optics, electronics and system integration teams. \nDrive technical delivery\nOwn technical deliverables within a major optical development project. \nCoordinate experimental activities across engineers and scientists. \nPlan tasks, milestones, equipment and laboratory resources. \nAnticipate technical risks, resolve blockers and guide contributors. \nThe role combines approximately 80% hands-on experimental work and 20% technical coordination, with no initial requirement for formal people management.\n-\nHow you'll grow:\nFirst 3 months: Become familiar with Quandela's optical systems, experimental infrastructure and qualification objectives.\nWithin 6 months: Take ownership of optical characterisation and optimisation activities, coordinating experimental work and technical milestones.\nWithin 12 months: Lead the technical delivery of complex optical developments, with increasing autonomy over planning and resources.\nLonger term: Potential progression towards technical team leadership as the team grows.\n-\nRequirements\nWhat we're looking for:\nWe are looking for an experienced optical engineer or experimental scientist with strong hands-on expertise and the ability to drive complex technical projects.\nRelevant backgrounds includefibered optical systems, laser systems, experimental optics, and optical metrology. Academic and industrial experience are equally welcome.\nMust-have:\nPhD in Optics, Photonics, Physics or related fields. \n>5 years of experimental experience, including postdoctoral research. \nHands-on expertise in complex optical systems, alignment and troubleshooting. \nStrong knowledge of linear optics, optical transmission and precision metrology. \nProven ability to optimise optical performance and solve experimental challenges. \nExperience organising technical work and delivering project milestones. \nExperimental rigour, teamwork and professional English. French is not required. \nImportant, but you can grow here:\nTechnical & system integration\nOptical subsystem qualification and hardware integration. \nPython for experimental automation and data analysis. \nSemiconductor optics and quantum optical systems. \nProject & operational ownership\nExperimental planning, equipment and resource management. \nCoordination of multidisciplinary technical activities. \nBonus:\nExperience transferring R&D setups into operational systems. \nIndustrial qualification and reliability standards. \nExperience mentoring engineers or researchers. \nExposure to quantum computing or advanced photonic hardware. \nQuantum computing experience is not required. What matters is your ability to understand complex optical systems, solve experimental challenges and deliver results.\nBenefits\nBenefits\nJoin a multidisciplinary team developing the optical systems for next-generation quantum processors, with substantial experimental ownership and opportunities for technical progression.\nCompetitive compensation aligned with experience. \nCompany savings plan and profit-sharing. \n100% health coverage through Alan. \nTransport reimbursement or sustainable mobility bonus. \nSwile meal vouchers. \nGymlib and childcare support. \nReferral programme. \nProcess\nTalent Acquisition interview (30-45 min) \nHiring Manager interview (45-60 min) \nTechnical discussion on previous experimental work \nTechnical case study or presentation with the team \nReference checks \nTeam meeting \nOffer \nBeyond that:\nAt Quandela, we value diverse scientific and engineering backgrounds, practical curiosity and the ability to learn from different fields.\nWhether your experience comes from an academic laboratory, industrial R&D or a different area of experimental optics, we'd love to hear from you if you enjoy tackling demanding technical challenges and turning experimental work into reliable results.","description_format":"text","description_chars":6125,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"phd","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Quantum Science & Computing","Quantum Computing Hardware"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-23T05:48:53Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":90,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.903,"p_room":1,"age_days":2,"expected_fill_days":48,"reasons":["conf:0","velocity","win:early"],"computed_at":"2026-10-24T06:02:35Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/quandela-senior-optical-systems-engineer","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/quandela-senior-optical-systems-engineer.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-24T08:53:29Z","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":12648,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-25T00:00:00Z"}},"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":704},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=704"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fquandela-senior-optical-systems-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%2Fquandela-senior-optical-systems-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%2Fquandela-senior-optical-systems-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/quandela-senior-optical-systems-engineer\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fquandela-senior-optical-systems-engineer"}]}