Optical Engineer

Job description

Optical System Engineer - London

Our client is a deep-tech pioneer who has created an all-optical networking platform, replacing traditional electronic switches with light, transforming AI training. They are looking for a Senior Optical System Engineer with an excitement for transformative technology to come and join their team.

Responsibilities:

• Create and run test plans for high-speed optical transceivers from prototype through to production.
• Carry out electrical and optical testing of transceivers, with a focus on burst-mode transmit and receive.
• Enhance receiver performance by fine-tuning equalisation and checking link quality.

Skills & Experience:

• Practical experience in developing and testing optical communication systems (100Gbps and above).
• Knowledge of OLT/ONT PON system testing and integration
• Expertise in burst-mode transceiver testing.
• Good understanding of equalisation methods (CTLE, FFE, DFE) to improve high-speed link performance.
• Python, C++, C#
• High-speed PCB design considerations

Full details are available. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with holly@platform-recruitment.com to learn more.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

12-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English