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Senior Optical Engineer

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1 year ago
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Senior Optical Engineer | London | Hybrid | £60k-£100K | Lucrative Stock Options

Are you an experienced Optical Engineer with experimental experience with Optical Systems? Are you looking to work on cutting edge products in AI and Machine Learning?

Then this might just be the role for you!

We are working with a disruptive London based Computer Networking company who are working on the cutting edge of AI and Machine learning technology with applications for increased productivity in Data Centre’s and HPCs.

They are looking for a Senior Optical Engineer to join them in their mission to revolutionise AI systems whilst reducing energy consumption and stiving for a sustainable future.

Key responsibilities:

Work within the optical network integration team with close collaboration with other teams.
Building optical testbeds and implement automated measurement methodologies for identification of System performance capabilities.
Modelling and characterisation of electrical and optical components and end-to-end systems.
Assessment of optical transmission and network performance for short-reach AI Networked Systems.Required experience:

Hands-on optical communication systems development and testing experience.
High-baud-rate experience within optical communication systems.
Strong DSP and end-to-end optimisation experience.
End-to-end systems modelling experience, including RF and optical.
Strong Python skills for Test automation and scripting.
PhD degree in optical communications, physics, or other relevant fields or experience within the industry;What’s in it for you?

Up to £100k DOE
Lucrative stock options.
25 days holiday + bank holidays.
Hybrid working.
Relocation assistance.
Visa sponsorship provided

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