Careers
We apply laser processing, optics and photonics to real-world problems – from data storage for AI datacenters to precision optical components. We want the best talent to join us: if precision work on a long horizon appeals to you, we would like to hear from you.
Open Positions
3 roles currently open. Select a role to see the detail and apply.
What you’ll do
- Design, development and optimization of high-throughput laser writing system for 5D data storage technology by collaborating with laser processing experts.
- Construction of an efficient optimization pipeline for increasing the write/read throughput and data capacity in 5D data storage by collaborating with laser processing experts.
- Optimization and improvement of data reading system by collaborating with software and hardware development teams.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine IP for the next generation of optical storage systems.
- Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting, maintaining equipment, and integrating new technologies into the lab workflow.
What we look for
- Ph.D. or advanced degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with a focus on free-space laser application.
- Expertise in optical system design for imaging and experience in handling and developing free-space laser application systems, such as laser processing, scanning laser microscope, or holographic displays.
- Experience of electro-optic devices, such as a MEMS, liquid crystal, spatial light modulator or acousto-optic modulator.
- Experience of ultrafast laser–matter interactions, including multiphoton direct laser writing, and laser-induced material modification. Ability to apply these processes to research and development of meta-optical devices or related applications.
- Strong knowledge of modern optical fabrication techniques and motion control systems (Aerotech, Newport).
- Knowledge of the operating principles of micro-/nano-optical devices, with the ability to design devices based on dynamic phase and/or geometric phase modulation.
- Experience of building software with C#, Python, LabVIEW, or other programming languages for physics simulation, analysis, automation and control of optical system.
Desired candidate profile
- Proven track record in scientific R&D environments.
- Strong troubleshooting habits, including diagnosing optical, electronic, and mechanical problems through observation and the proficient use of diagnostic instruments (optical detectors, spectrometers, oscilloscopes, etc.).
- Strong problem-solving skills, including the capacity to propose, test, and refine multiple technical solution paths.
- Motivated to continuously learn emerging technologies, expand skill sets, and generate innovative ideas.
What you’ll do
- Architect the Platform: Design a modular stack encompassing HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer), control logic, data processing, and API layers.
- Hardware Integration: Build and maintain integrations for Aerotech motion stages, femtosecond lasers, high-speed cameras, and National Instruments DAQ systems.
- Strategic Refactoring: Lead the evolution of experimental Python code into high-performance, deterministic systems (C++/Rust/C) for industrial productization.
- Automation Development: Build proprietary laser-machining software featuring recipe-driven control, calibration/alignment flows, and machine state models.
- Technical Leadership: Set engineering standards for testing and telemetry, establish best practice processes, and mentor a high-performing on-site engineering team and grow the team.
What we look for
- Experience: 6+ years building software for complex physical systems (semiconductor tools, robotics, industrial automation, or laser systems).
- Languages: Expert-level Python plus deep proficiency in at least one system language (C++, Rust, or C).
- Hardware Fluency: Proven experience with multi-device synchronization, machine state machines, and reading schematics to debug hardware/software interactions.
- Infrastructure: Hands-on experience integrating vendor SDKs/APIs (controllers, cameras, signal generators).
- Education: Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Electronics, Robotics, or a related field.
Nice to have
- FPGA/HDL/Embedded firmware development.
- Image and signal processing (DSP) or machine vision.
- Background in photonics or laser micromachining.
- Prior experience with Aerotech Automation1, NI, or Zeiss ecosystems.
What you’ll do
- Designing, inspecting, testing, and updating electronic systems, components, equipment, and software of the femtosecond material processing and optical device fabrication teams.
- Designing digital circuits, prototyping and programming FPGAs, including functional verifications, RTL simulations and timing analysis.
- Design digital systems for high-speed robust data transfer between various devices.
- Observing existing processes and making recommendations for improvement of the devices in the material processing and fabrication laboratories.
- Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting, maintaining equipment, and integrating new technologies into the workflow.
- Writing specifications, instructions, reports.
- Evaluate failures and implement corrective actions on opto-electronic systems in the material processing and device fabrication laboratories.
- Interact with material processing and device fabrication teams providing information, coaching and technical assistance needed.
- Contributing to the definition of technology development requirements and work plans for the company’s products roadmaps.
What we look for
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
- 3+ years experience in FPGA design, programming.
- Proficiency in a hardware description language (VHDL, Verilog) and scripting skills.
- Advanced knowledge of communication protocols and architectures for large-scale high-speed data transfers.
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, analytical skills.
Apply
Pick a role and attach your CV. If nothing above fits, choose “Speculative application” and tell us about the work you want to do.
How We Work
Physics over Promises
We make claims a laboratory can verify. Durability measured in accelerated aging, capacity measured on real platters — never marketing projections.
Build for Deep Time
Every engineering decision assumes the reader may arrive a century from now. Formats stay open, media stays passive, knowledge stays recoverable.
Precision as Culture
A company that positions voxels to 20 nanometres cannot be sloppy anywhere else. Rigour in the lab extends to rigour in every commitment.
Open Science Roots
Three decades of peer-reviewed research underpin the product. We publish, collaborate with universities, and stand on reproducible results.
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