About the Role
HOLOEYE Photonics is seeking an R&D Engineer specializing in Micro-Optics/Diffractive Optics to join their development team in Berlin-Adlershof, Germany. This role involves designing, simulating, and analyzing optical micro- and nanostructures for various applications, contributing to the entire product specification process from customer interaction to manufacturing data preparation.
Responsibilities
- Design and simulate optical micro- and nanostructures for optical components with dedicated functionalities.
- Generate manufacturing data for the fabrication of micro- and nano-optical structures.
- Analyze results from optical and surface characterization measurements to identify optimal process parameters.
- Develop own optical designs and evaluate their performance after fabrication.
- Collaborate directly with customers, attend trade fairs and scientific conferences.
- Contribute to the qualification of manufacturing processes for micro- and nano-optical structures.
- Perform optical measurements to characterize micro- and nano-optical structures.
Requirements
- University degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent) in a STEM discipline.
- Solid understanding of optical principles.
- Experience with at least one of the following programming languages: Python, C++, or MATLAB.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to correlate simulation results with experimental data.
- Structured, self-organized, and systematic approach to work.
- Thriving in a collaborative team environment and adapting to changing requirements.
- Fluent English (C2) and strong German skills (B2/C1).
- Intrinsically motivated, curious, and solution-oriented mindset.
Skills
- Fourier optics
- Diffraction and wave optics
- Lithography
- Laser technology
- Optical systems
- Numerical diffraction simulations (e.g. RCWA, FDTD)
- Python
- C++
- MATLAB
- LabVIEW
- AI tools
- Laser diffraction
- Spectrometry
- Image processing
- Laser scanning microscopy
- Electron microscopy
- Jira
- Confluence
Location
- Berlin-Adlershof, Germany
Work Type
- Hybrid working model
- Flexible working hours
Education Level
- University degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent) in a STEM discipline
Benefits
- 28–30 days of annual leave (depending on age)
- Professional training and development opportunities
- Free or discounted Urban Sports Club membership
- Company pension scheme
- Public transportation subsidy for the Berlin transit network
- Complimentary drinks
- Fresh fruit and vegetable baskets
About the Company
- HOLOEYE Photonics is one of the leading providers of spatial light modulators based on liquid crystal microdisplays and diffractive optical elements for scientific and industrial applications.
- Our international team of 40 employees supports research institutions and industrial customers worldwide with static diffractive micro-optics and adaptive spatial light modulators.
- HOLOEYE offers both standard components and customized solutions tailored to customer requirements.
- HOLOEYE's solutions are used worldwide for applications such as laser beam splitting, beam shaping, and the generation of structured light.
- Typical application areas include laser projection, LiDAR, 3D cameras, 3D sensing, and facial recognition.
