Enterprise Recruitment Ltd
Graduate Physicist
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Graduate Applications Engineer – Physics-Based Software Development (Oxford) ⚡
We’re looking for an independently minded Graduate Applications Engineer with a strong Physics background to join a small but impactful team of software developers, physicists, and technical specialists.
About the Role
This entry-level role brings together:
- Deep technical expertise in semiconductor device physics and photonics
- Collaborative problem-solving with existing and emerging customers
- Versatile skill development across applications engineering, software coding, and physics-led problem resolution
Responsibilities
- Customer Success & Applications Engineering:
- Work closely with diverse stakeholders to diagnose and solve physics design problems
- Provide tailored support and validation for our leading-edge software solutions
- Act as a liaison between users and our small multidisciplinary team
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Technical Learning & Growth:
- Gain hands-on expertise in photonics through targeted training
- Apply knowledge of physical mechanisms backing our simulation tools
- Develop proficiency with software tools such as Python and MATLAB
- Contribute to applications-focused research projects
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Training & Skill Engagement:
- Play an active role in upskilling within a high-growth, R&D-driven company
- Move beyond traditional engineering boundaries to explore the intersection of physics, technology, and software
- Contribute to product improvement based on customer insights and technical advances
Requirements
- Education:
- First-class or 2:1 degree minimum in Physics, Applied Physics, or related STEM discipline from a reputable university
- Skills & Attributes:
- Clear eye for detail with analytical problem-solving skills
- Inherent communicator (excellent presenter and technical writer)
- Willingness to learn rapidly, with adaptability in both technical and customer interactions
- Exposure to or understanding of device physics/photonics is useful but not mandatory
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Benefits & Requirements
- Salary: £30-38K (competitive for Oxford)
- Location: Oxford
- Environment: dynamic team of physicists and software developers, pioneering cutting-edge photonics simulation tools
- Training: immersive onboarding and career paths in applications engineering or applied research
- Versatility: chance to explore software development, technical validation, and product implementation
Apply now for this exciting opportunity to blend Theory, Technology, and Teamwork.
Direct contact: Kristian AT enterpriserecruitment DOT com
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