Support the design and engineering of optical sub-systems advancing the quantum computing roadmap Work with cross-functional science and engineering teams to transition optical sub-system designs from research prototypes into reliable, manufacturable solutions Contribute to the design, modeling, building, and testing of sub-systems incorporating precision optical sources, single-photon fiber networks, and in-system telemetry in the O-band regime Ensure alignment with system-level requirements Contribute to optical design and validation flows, including tools, modeling approaches, and testing methodologies Support specification and modeling of optical link architectures Assist in developing fiber-based electro-optical assemblies and sub-systems Perform optical characterization, testing, and data analysis to validate performance against requirements Track technical performance metrics including stability, reliability, noise sensitivity, and environmental robustness Collaborate with integrated photonics and quantum systems teams Contribute to telemetry and control schemes for monitoring and optimizing optical parameters Support evaluation of new component technologies and innovation efforts Requirements Ph.D. in Optics, Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a closely related field Strong foundation in fiber-based optical systems; C- or O-band experience preferred Experience with optical modeling, simulation,



and data analysis tools Hands-on experience with optical test instrumentation and laboratory measurement techniques Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for data analysis and automation Demonstrated ability to translate research concepts into practical experimental or prototype systems Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams Experience transitioning research systems toward manufacturable or scalable solutions Familiarity with CAD/modeling tools such as SolidWorks, Lumerical, or Altium Exposure to intellectual property development or technology commercialization Experience in a startup or high-growth research workplace Recent Ph.D. graduates and Postdoctoral Fellows encouraged to apply Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in optical sub-system design and engineering, with a strong foundation in fiber-based optical systems and proficiency in optical modeling and data analysis. Capable of collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to transition research prototypes into manufacturable solutions. Highest-signal resume keywords Ph.D.

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Fiber-Based Optical Systems Optical Modeling And Simulation Python For Data Analysis Optical Test Instrumentation Hard Skills Optical Design Data Analysis Optical Characterization Testing Methodologies Electro-Optical Assemblies Optical Link Architectures Telemetry And Control Schemes Technical Performance Metrics Research To Prototype Translation Manufacturable Solutions Soft Skills Strong Communication Skills Collaboration Across Teams Industry Keywords Quantum Computing Integrated Photonics C-Band O-Band Intellectual Property Development Technology Commercialization High-Growth Research Environment Tools & Technologies SolidWorks Lumerical Altium Optical Test Instrumentation

📌 Optical Engineer, Ph.D. - Early Career (Coquitlam)
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📍 Coquitlam