Switzerland Job Openings

Spiden AG

Senior Photonics Engineer (80-100%)

Pfäffikon

FULL TIME

September 5, 2024

About Liom

Liom is a Swiss deep-tech startup dedicated to revolutionizing the field of personalized health monitoring. Our objective is to develop the first health wearable monitoring glucose non-invasively. We will launch our wearable as a consumer product in the EU in H1’2027, and then as a medically cleared product in the US. Our team consists of over 70 staff, including more than 50 Ph Ds, with deep expertise in entrepreneurship, product development, and the required engineering as well as scientific disciplines. We are operating out of our lab facilities in Pfäffikon SZ, Switzerland, and our office in San Francisco, United States.

Your mission

Simulation and Modeling: Utilize advanced light simulation tools, such as Light Tools, along with other simulation software like Zemax, COMSOL, to model optical systems and photonic devices, predicting performance characteristics and guiding design iterations.
Optical System Design: Lead the design and development of complex optical systems, including lenses, mirrors, waveguides, and fiber optics, ensuring they meet project specifications and performance requirements.
Spectroscopy Development & Integration: Develop and implement optical spectroscopy solutions for label-free sensing of biomarkers in biological fluids and tissue.
Mentorship & collaboration: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Work closely with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, and software engineers.
Documentation: Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports for internal use and regulatory submissions.

Your profile

Essential skills

Ph D in physics, physical chemistry or in a optics and photoncis related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in optics and photonics engineering, with a proven track record of leading successful projects.
Expert knowledge in simulation tools such as Light Tools & Zemax.
Hands-on experience in the development and testing of spectroscopy systems and equipment.
Expertise in optical system design, photonic device development, and spectroscopy systems.
Experience with laser systems, optical fibers, spectrometers, and photonic integrated circuits (PICs) is a plus.

Soft skills

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

We offer

A multi-cultural team embracing diversity. We strive for gender equality.
The opportunity to have impact on the business development of the next blockbuster in health monitoring
An experienced management team with deep experience and a strong commitment to people development
A position where you can develop and grow beyond your limits
A steep learning curve, real impact at work and a lot of fun!
Frequent company and team events creating a fun place to work and a great company culture
A top modern office and laboratory infrastructure with great proximity to public transport, highway, shopping
Indoor gym and sport activity offering, proximity to lake for swimming, forest for running
Tailored compensation package with equity opportunity

Our recruitment process

Starting with a 30-minute introductory phone interview, we proceed to group/technical interviews, ideally followed by an on-site interview and tour of our facilities. We aim for a swift process while allowing both parties to obtain a full picture.

About us

Liom is a Swiss medtech venture with the vision to use state-of-the-art detection techniques to continuously monitor and learn from a wide range of vital medical indicators, allowing to improve your individual health.

We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification.
Not all strong candidates will meet every single requirement as listed. We know that underrepresented groups more often doubt the strength of their candidacy, but we urge you not to exclude yourself prematurely and to still submit an application if you're excited about this work and think your profile is overall a good fit!
We believe that products like the ones we’re building will have an impact on a very broad set of people, and we strive to include a range of diverse perspectives on our team. We would love to hear from you!

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