20 of 20 Permanent Optical Engineer Jobs in the UK

Network Engineer - Optical Deployment

Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Network Engineer - Optical Deployment# Network Engineer - Optical DeploymentLondon, UK Data Center Design, Engineering, & Construction+ 3 moreApply nowMeta is looking for an Optical Deployment Engineer who will be responsible for the deployment and support of one of the world’s largest and most complex networks. … member of this team, you will have a unique opportunity to be involved in projects related to implementation & scaling of the optical network at Meta. The role requires an engineer with experience adapting to evolving network architectures and deployment timelines. An engineer who identifies and proposes improvements ...

Senior Optical Engineer (contract)

Location
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom (On-site) Contract (8 months 26 days) Hands - on Optical Alignment & Lab R&D Experience Optical System Design (Zemax) Python for Data Analysis & Test Automation Optical Testing & Characterization Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing … role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft. Role Summary Microsoft Research Cambridge is hiring a Senior Optical Engineer to help develop the optical technologies that will power future AI infrastructure and next-generation AI clusters. This is a highly ...

Optical Engineer, Waveguide Experiments

Location
Abingdon, England, United Kingdom
Studio, a full suite of advanced developer tools that powers immersive augmented reality experiences across Specs, Snapchat, and other services.We're looking for an Optical Engineer to join our Waveguide Experiments team for a 12-month fixed-term contract at Snap Inc!What you’ll do:Develop … experimental methods to deepen understanding of AR waveguide physicsBuild and apply models of optical and physical phenomena to interpret lab experimentsDesign, build, and automate optical setupsRun experimental analysis of waveguides using both proprietary and commercial toolsPerform root cause analysis of failures of waveguide displaysPerform experiments on diffractive nanostructures ...

Senior Optical Engineer - Lab R&D & System Design (Contract)

Location
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
Microsoft Research Cambridge is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to help develop optical technologies powering future AI infrastructure and AI clusters. This hands‐on role focuses on designing optical systems, building experiments, performing measurements, and automating tests at the intersection of research and product development. ...

AR Waveguide Optical Engineer - Experimental R&D

Location
Abingdon, England, United Kingdom
Snap Inc. is seeking an Optical Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term contract in the UK to advance AR waveguide experiments. You will develop new methods, model optical phenomena, and automate optical setups while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve waveguide performance. The role ...

Senior Photonics Engineer, Optical Interfaces

Location
Daresbury, England, United Kingdom
Summary We are seeking a Senior Photonics Engineer to develop ultra-low-loss optical interface solutions between dissimilar, exploratory, waveguiding platforms. This role combines device concept development, optical simulation, and hands‐on experimental validation to assess and mature new approaches for mode conversion and coupling. The successful … both high-performing and practical to deploy. Working closely with internal teams and expert external partners, they will help guide the development of advanced optical interfaces. We welcome applicants from both advanced industrial photonics environments and leading research groups who combine strong physical intuition with practical experimental and engineering ...

Optical Engineer for Quantum Systems - Flexible Work

Location
United Kingdom
Universal Quantum Ltd. in the United Kingdom is seeking an Optical Engineer to join our Hardware Engineering Group and advance quantum computing platforms. You will design, align, test, and integrate high-precision optical subsystems for trapped-ion and related quantum technologies. The role requires deep hands … optical engineering experience, strong foundation in geometrical optics and laser systems, and proficiency with Zemax, Code V, MATLAB, Python, and related tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr ...

Senior Optical Systems Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Vibe Recruit Limited
Location
Ilminster, Somerset, South West, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£65,000
Senior Optical Systems Engineer A fantastic opportunity is now available for a Senior Design Engineer & Team Leader, to join the Optics and Fibre Optic R&D team, for a leading photonics developer and help shape the next generation of fibre-optic technologies. Relocation assistance is available … right candidate. Shape the Future of Light-Based Technologies The organisation is at forefront of photonics innovation-designing and delivering optical systems, assemblies and components for the world's most demanding applications. The technologies are trusted everywhere from the deepest oceans to space. The Opportunity You'll play ...

Senior Optical Systems Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Vibe Recruit Limited
Location
Ilminster, Somerset, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP 65,000 Annual
Senior Optical Systems Engineer A fantastic opportunity is now available for a Senior Design Engineer & Team Leader, to join the Optics and Fibre Optic R&D team, for a leading photonics developer and help shape the next generation of fibre-optic technologies. Relocation assistance is available ...

Optical Deployment Engineer — Scale a Global Network

Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Meta is seeking an Optical Deployment Engineer to deploy and support a large-scale optical network spanning ULH terrestrial, regional metros and subsea links connecting data centers and POP sites across EMEA. You will generate implementation plans, provide technical guidance, and collaborate with vendors to set deployment … standards. The role requires hands-on experience with optical networks, field-based work at POPs and data centers, and the ability to lead deployment and migration projects #J-18808-Ljbffr ...

Lead Optical Systems Engineer – Ground Stations

Location
Oxford, England, United Kingdom
Archangel Lightworks in Oxford is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the specification, design, integration and test of Optical Ground Stations and related products. You will define system requirements, develop architecture, ensure robust integration, and mentor engineers while coordinating with partners and customers to deliver on time. ...

Senior Test Engineer - Electro-Optical Systems (SC)

Location
Basildon, England, United Kingdom
Advanced Resource Managers Ltd in Basildon seeks a Senior Test Engineer to support electro‐optical test equipment for Precision Guidance products from early development through production. You will interpret test requirements, design and commission test systems, and participate in integration, verification and validation. Hands-on laboratory testing … documentation of procedures are essential, with close collaboration across hardware, software, optical and systems teams. #J-18808-Ljbffr ...

Principal Test Engineer – Electro-Optical Systems (Hybrid)

Location
Basildon, England, United Kingdom
Leonardo UK in Basildon is seeking a Principal Test Engineer to support electro‐optical test equipment and test processes for Precision Guidance products, from development to production. You will contribute to test strategy, system design, and documentation while collaborating with production teams to resolve field issues. The role … hands‐on with a broad technical scope, requiring experience in optical, thermal, electronic, and software components, plus strong teamwork and communication skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr ...

Senior Systems Engineer: Lead MBSE for Optical Ground Stations

Location
Oxford, England, United Kingdom
Archangel Lightworks, a Oxford-based laser communications company, seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to define requirements, architect solutions, and lead verification for Optical Ground Stations and related products. You will collaborate across internal teams and external partners, drive MBSE adoption, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring timely delivery ...

Optical Systems Engineer for Photonic Quantum

Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
ORCA Computing Ltd. is pioneering quantum technology, seeking an experienced engineer to handle the build and optimization of its next-generation PT Series quantum systems. The ideal candidate will have a solid educational background in physics or engineering, with hands-on experience in photonic systems and programming skills ...

Optical Systems Product Engineer (Photonic Quantum Computing)

Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
ORCA Computing (“ORCA”) is at the forefront of a new era in high-performance computing, developing full-stack photonic quantum systems designed to transform how organizations tackle machine learning, generative AI, and complex optimization challenges. ...

Optical Wireless Systems & Simulations Engineer (Hybrid)

Location
Oxford, England, United Kingdom
Archangel Lightworks is shaping the future of space-enabled networks from its Osney Mead office in Oxford. We seek a hands-on engineer to develop forecasting and simulation tools for link availability and network performance, using MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and meteorological data. You will analyze large datasets ...

Optical AI Compute Systems Engineer (Equity)

Location
Oxford, England, United Kingdom
Lumai Limited is bringing the world's first optical AI compute platform to market. The Product Systems Engineer will own hands-on delivery of Iris servers, from integration through to deployment in data centres, with primary responsibility for field bring‐up, performance characterisation and post‐deployment support. ...

Optical Network Provisioning Engineer (Ciena & DWDM)

Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Tata Consultancy Services UK is seeking a Provisioning Engineer in London to design, configure, test and activate telecom network services across optical and IP networks. The role focuses on transmission technologies including Ciena 6500, DWDM, ROADM and Flex grid, with emphasis on service activation and documentation. You will ...

Optical Transport & IP Provisioning Engineer (Ciena 6500)

Location
England, United Kingdom
Gazelle Global is seeking a Provisioning Engineer to design, configure, test, and activate telecom network services across optical and IP networks, focusing on transmission technologies such as Ciena 6500, DWDM, ROADM and Flexgrid. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage capacity planning, document engineering standards, and ensure … service reliability through optical testing tools and monitoring. #J-18808-Ljbffr ...