Senior Optical Systems Researcher
If you are passionate about technology and want to take on new challenges to help improve the society we live in, this is your opportunity!
ARQUIMEA, we are a technology company operating globally and providing innovate solutions and products in highly demanding sectors.
Our areas of activity are Aerospace, Defense & Security, Big Science, Biotechnology and Fintech.
ARQUIMEA Research Center (ARC), part of ARQUIMEA , was born in 2019 with the aim of inventing the technologies of tomorrow. An environment of innovation and excellence at European level from which senior and junior researchers from around the world develop disruptive technologies and business models that will serve as an engine of socio-economic growth in the medium and long term.
We are looking for an Senior Optical Systems Researcher (FOG) to join our Photonics and Quantum Sensing team.
Tasks to be performed:
Design and develop photonic and optical sensing systems for Fiber Optic Gyroscopes (FOG)
Define system architecture and key technical requirements
Model and simulate system performance (noise, drift, stability) using MATLAB/Simulink
Analyze error sources and optimize system performance
Support component selection and system integration
Design and execute validation and characterization campaigns
Correlate experimental results with models to improve system design
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for full system development
Contribute to technology scouting in photonics and advanced sensing
Required skills, experience and candidate profile:
Degree in Physics, Photonics, Electronic Engineering or related field (PhD highly valued)
At least 4 years of experience in R&D of optical systems, photonics or FOG
Strong background in optical system design and photonic instrumentation
Experience in modelling and simulation (MATLAB, Simulink)
Knowledge of optical fiber sensors and interferometric systems
Experience in system characterization, performance analysis and validation
Understanding of noise sources, drift and error mechanisms
Experience working in multidisciplinary environments
High level of technical English
Additionally, we will also value experience in the following areas:
Inertial sensing systems or precision instrumentation
Programming skills (Python, MATLAB, C/C++)
Experience in advanced optical instrumentation or high-precision systems
📍The position will be available at both our offices in Tenerife and Madrid.
Flexibility to travel between these locations is required.

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At ARQUIMEA, we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected factors by law. All candidates will be considered equally based on their skills and experience
- Department
- Research
- Locations
- Tenerife - Nanotec, Madrid City- Serrano Galvache
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time
About ARQUIMEA
We are a technology company that operates globally. If you are passionate about technology and believe in its ability to transform the world, ARQUIMEA is the place for you. Join us!