Senior R&D Scientist

Senior R&D Scientist - On-site - - Eindhoven , Noord-Brabant , Netherlands - R&D
You will play a key role in developing and industrializing advanced photonic technologies. Job description
SMART Photonics is at the forefront of integrated photonics, bringing together scientists, engineers, and industry experts to develop next-generation photonic technologies.
Our R&D team contributes to more than 30 EU-funded projects and works closely with leading universities, research institutes, industry partners, and customers.
As a Senior R&D Scientist, you will play a key role in developing and industrializing advanced photonic technologies, from scientific concept through device development, qualification, and integration into the SMART Photonics platform.
Your Role and Tasks -
Lead the development and improvement of integrated photonic devices, building blocks, and technologies, including heterogeneous integration solutions. -
Develop and apply device models, simulations, and Design of Experiments (DoE) to optimize and qualify photonic devices and processes. -
Translate scientific and customer requirements into innovative, manufacturable, and high-quality device solutions suitable for the SMART Photonics platform and PDK. -
Act as a senior technical interface for customers, universities, research institutes, and industry partners, challenging requirements and assessing technical feasibility. -
Independently lead complex R&D projects, defining technical objectives, research plans, milestones, and deliverables. -
Guide and mentor junior scientists and engineers and contribute to the technical direction of the R&D team. -
Contribute to publications, patents, EU project deliverables, and continuous improvement activities such as 8D and FMEA. Job requirements