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Senior Optical Systems Engineer - South West England

Leading photonics company seeks a Senior Optical Systems Engineer to join our R&D team. You'll develop cutting-edge fiber optic components, high-power optical amplifiers, and optical transmitter sub-systems across multiple markets.

The role is hybrid although fully remote UK based candidates will be considered

Key Responsibilities:

* Design and develop optical/fiber-optic components and subsystems

* Lead a small technical team

* Participate in prototype build & test

* Collaborate with mechanical and electronic design engineers

* Manage key project budgets and timelines

Requirements:

* Degree in Engineering or Physics (PhD preferred)

* Experience in high-power fiber lasers/amplifiers, non-linear optics, or photonic integrated circuits

* Knowledge of fiber-optic and free-space transmission systems

* Team leadership experience

* Strong problem-solving abilities

* Limited travel (<5%)