Development Test Engineer

Would you like to work at one of the fastest growing quantum technology companies with cutting-edge technology Single Quantum is looking for a hands-on analytical engineer or physicist who is excited to characterise cutting-edge single-photon detection technology and help bring new products from the lab into production. Do you want to be part of a diverse and dynamic scale-up company
By all means please read on!

IN SHORT
Single Quantum designs and builds the worlds fastest and most sensitive light detection systems limited only by the laws of physics!

The quantum world is small but growing. We are a steadily-growing scale-up with an ever-expanding worldwide customer base. We provide our photon detection systems to a wide range of customers and research institutes. As we continue to develop new detectors and customer systems we need to fully characterise and validate them before they are transferred into production. Therefore we are looking for aDevelopment Test Engineer to join our Development team and make sure that every new product is measured understood and confidently handed over to production.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
As a Development Test Engineer the main goal is to fully characterise our newly developed detectors and customer systems and to communicate validated results that enable the reliable transfer of new products from development into production. This includes (but not limited to):

• Perform full characterisation of newly developed detectors and customer systems
• Develop and optimise measurement procedures
• Assemble operate and maintain optical and electrical experimental set-ups
• Document and communicate results through structured reports and presentations
• Maintain detailed documentation (SOPs test protocols calibration logs) to ensure reproducibility and traceability of measurements

Ideally you will work full time and will be based at our HQ in Delft contributing to our dynamic and friendly work environment!

As we scale up our processes need to evolve to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the lab as well as improve quality where possible. We would also ask you to contribute to these processes.

We are looking for someone who has...

• A MSc (or equivalent) in Applied Physics Engineering or a related field;
• Analytical with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills;
• A solid knowledge of electronics optics lasers and single-photon detectors (SNSPDs);
• Practical hands-on skills and enjoy building operating and maintaining optical and electrical experimental set-ups;
• A strong reporting and presenting skills and can communicate validated results clearly to different teams;
• Organisation skills with good planning time-management and administration skills;

The following are a plus:

• Programming skills (for example Python) for measurement automation and data analysis;
• Basic knowledge of soldering;
• Basic knowledge of cryogenics;
• Affinity with photonics or quantum technology.

At Single Quantum we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

If the job description and Single Quantum excites you we encourage you to submit your CV as well as a motivation or cover letter explaining why you think youre a good fit for the position along with what attracts you to the position.

If you have any questions before applying or would like to have a general conversation about Single Quantum you can contact our HR Business Partner Jacqerina Jarad on 31 (0)or email to