PolaOptix Technologies
Optical Engineer
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Company Description
PolaOptix Technologies specializes in developing physics-based authentication technology embedded into materials, creating secure and covert solutions for verifying high-value and regulated products. Our innovative system integrates advanced optical science to ensure authenticity and security. As a forward-thinking company, PolaOptix is committed to revolutionizing material authentication with precision and efficiency. We offer a dynamic environment where groundbreaking ideas are turned into cutting-edge technology.
Role Description
We are looking for a highly skilled Optics Engineer to help in designing, developing and optimising an optical readout system for detecting and analysing encoded information. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with optical imaging and detectors including the ability to extract quantitative information from recorded signals. Experience with optical instrumentation, and software-driven automation is highly desirable. You will join a small, interdisciplinary team and play a central role in advancing a next-generation optical security and sensing technology platform.
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Essential Skills
- Hands-on experience with spectroscopic or imaging optical applications using polarisation optics, for example acquisition and quantitative analysis of images.
- Proficiency in programming for experimental control, automation and data analysis (e.g., Python, C++, or similar).
- Knowledge of Optical design principles.
- Proven ability to build and align complex optical setups on optical tables.
- Strong data analysis and visualisation skills.
Desirable Skills
- Polarisation optics (Jones/Mueller calculus, retarders, liquid-crystal optics, chiral and anisotropic materials).
- Familiarity with optical simulation tools (e.g., Zemax, Lumerical, Code V, or similar).
- Knowledge of laser–material modification, micro-patterning, or laser inscription.
- Experience with optical metasurfaces, birefringent coatings, or structured light.
Personal Attributes
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- Strong experimental skills and troubleshooting ability.
- Able to work independently in a small team and take ownership of complex tasks.
- Detail-oriented with strong documentation habits.
- Creative problem solver with interest in novel optical technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement optical setup for light spectroscopic measurements and imaging.
- Build and align free-space optical systems involving apertures, waveplates, beam splitters, illumination filters, and detectors.
- Create algorithms and control software for automated acquisition of images with different illumination parameters, as well as image processing, signal extraction and data analysis.
- Develop calibration and characterisation procedures for optical components and detectors.
- Perform experiments to measure optical signatures, contrast, and stability.
- Document optical designs, test results, and build procedures.
- Contribute to IP development, patent drafts, and design reviews.
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