Optical Systems Test Engineer (Research) (contract)

Microsoft
Cambridge, UK
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
£71,760.0 - £81,380.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Data Analysis Automation of Tests Experimental Data Python (Programming Language) Software Tools Visual Systems Build Management

Job description

  • Conduct characterization measurements on existing lab setups, troubleshooting, modifying and refining where necessary to ensure robust and repeatable results
  • Design and build analysis pipelines to draw robust conclusions from experimental data
  • Propose, design and build new lab-based optical systems to test optoelectronic devices and passive optical components, including redesign of existing setups for increased automation
  • Collaborate with optics, electronics and systems experts to define test requirements and review characterization results

Requirements

Do you have experience in Test automation?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, * Hands-on experience in photonic and/or optoelectronic device testing.

  • Strong background in optical testing, including fiber characterization and optical coupling techniques.
  • Demonstrably strong analytical skills with attention to measurement quality and repeatability.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and test automation using software tools, e.g. Python
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Optics/Optical Engineering, Photonics, Physics, or a related field

About the company

The successful candidate will work with world-class optical, electronic, and process designers at Microsoft Research Cambridge to evaluate new device concepts through rigorous testing and measurement. This work together with partners across Microsoft product teams and external vendors will help create disruptive solutions for Future AI Infrastructure. This stimulating environment is the ideal place to grow their practical skills and challenge their ingenuity., As a workplace, Allegis Global Solutions focuses on relationships - with each other, our clients and our candidates. In fact, serving others is one of our core values. We support open communication and recognize that giving constructive criticism can be even harder than receiving it. We appreciate the fearless and the passionate, who force us to be better. Everything we do sits on a pillar of diversity, equity and inclusion - diverse perspectives, backgrounds and ideas achieve innovation and make us successful.

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