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 forWe 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 doDesign liquid crystal optical elements with desired specificationsSimulate optical performance of liquid crystal optical elementsExperimentally develop and test liquid crystal optical elementsWork closely with the internal Manufacturing Team and external Industry PartnersWork closely with the Intellectual Property TeamEstablish and maintain relationships with universities and research centersWhat technical skills you haveAbsolute essentialsDesign of liquid crystal optical elementsSimulations of optical performance of liquid crystal optical elementsExperimental 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 elementsHands-on experience with liquid crystal gratingsValuable extrasExperience with conceptualization of patentsHands-on experience in working with alignment layersKnowledge of methods of manufacturing of liquid crystal optical elementsExperience working with large manufacturers of liquid crystal optical elementsUnderstanding the physics of light propagation through refractive and diffractive opticsWhat education you have7+ years of experience in a relevant industry and a Master’s degree in a Physical science or EngineeringAlternatively : 5+ years of experience in a relevant industry and a Ph D degree in Optics, Photonics or Nanomaterials with a focus on liquid crystal optical elementsProfessional working level of EnglishWhat personal qualities you haveHigh personal and professional integrity and alignment with Inmersia’s core valuesGood listening skills and open-mindedness to feedback and new ideasAbility to share information in a structured and concise wayAbility to develop peopleAbility to work in a team and collaborate with external partnersInnovative and creative vision to identify new solutions to existing challengesWhat benefits you will gain by working at InmersiaFull-time permanent contractIndustry competitive fixed salary, bonus according to the achievement of specific objectives and lifestyle benefitsFlexible scheduleWorking on cutting-edge near-eye displays to revolutionize the XR industryWorking with talented and enthusiastic people towards a common missionStrong opportunities to grow with the startup (participating in all phases of product development, opportunities to draft patents)Tangible influence on important decision makingPersonal development opportunities – let us know what you need!Fast-paced, productive and pleasant work environmentIf 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!