Liquid Crystal Optics Engineer

At Inmersia, we develop near-eye displays for the next generation of extended reality (XR) glasses . Our Team counts with experts in imaging photonics and advanced materials, keeping Inmersia at the forefront of innovation with a strong intellectual property portfolio. Through this excellence, Inmersia has built partnerships with technology leaders who validate our position as a reference company within the XR ecosystem.

Now, we are in an exciting ramp-up phase and are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join the team. Are you ready to make a difference in the future of XR? Apply to this job opening and we will be delighted to meet you!

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a Senior R&D Engineer with a startup mindset to develop cutting-edge liquid crystal optical components for near-eye displays . You will participate in all phases of product development from planning, through design to manufacturing. The main objective is to lead an R&D line to deliver a sub-component for the final product.

What you will do

Design liquid crystal optical elements with desired specifications

Simulate optical performance of liquid crystal optical elements

Experimentally develop and test liquid crystal optical elements

Work closely with the internal Manufacturing Team and external Industry Partners

Work closely with the Intellectual Property Team

Establish and maintain relationships with universities and research centers

What technical skills you have

Absolute essentials

Design of liquid crystal optical elements

Simulations of optical performance of liquid crystal optical elements

Experimental testing of liquid crystal optical elements using commercial and simple custom optical setups (UV / VIS spectroscopy, image quality characterization)

Understanding of relationship between material properties and optical performance of liquid crystal optical elements

Hands-on experience with liquid crystal gratings

Valuable extras

Experience with conceptualization of patents

Hands-on experience in working with alignment layers

Knowledge of methods of manufacturing of liquid crystal optical elements

Experience working with large manufacturers of liquid crystal optical elements

Understanding the physics of light propagation through refractive and diffractive optics

What education you have

7+ years of experience in a relevant industry and a Master’s degree in a Physical science or Engineering

Alternatively : 5+ years of experience in a relevant industry and a PhD degree in Optics, Photonics or Nanomaterials with a focus on liquid crystal optical elements

Professional working level of English

What personal qualities you have

High personal and professional integrity and alignment with Inmersia’s core values

Good listening skills and open-mindedness to feedback and new ideas

Ability to share information in a structured and concise way

Ability to develop people

Ability to work in a team and collaborate with external partners

Innovative and creative vision to identify new solutions to existing challenges

What benefits you will gain by working at Inmersia

Full-time permanent contract

Industry competitive fixed salary, bonus according to the achievement of specific objectives and lifestyle benefits

Flexible schedule

Working on cutting-edge near-eye displays to revolutionize the XR industry

Working with talented and enthusiastic people towards a common mission

Strong opportunities to grow with the startup (participating in all phases of product development, opportunities to draft patents)

Tangible influence on important decision making

Personal development opportunities – let us know what you need!

Fast-paced, productive and pleasant work environment

If you are passionate about cutting-edge technology and would like to be part of a startup with great growth prospects, apply to this opening and we will be delighted to meet you!