💼 Full-Time Position

Optical Instrumentation Engineer | Spectroscopy | Analytical Instrumentation | | AI | Photonics[...]

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Ilof
📍 london, england, United-Kingdom
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Location
london, United-Kingdom
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Posted
June 13, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Optical Instrumentation Engineer | Spectroscopy | Analytical Instrumentation | AI | Photonics | HealthTech | Deep Tech Startup

Location: London. Full-time.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, align, and calibrate novel optical analytical instruments (e.g., Raman, FTIR, fluorescence, scattering) from concept and component selection through bench assembly and validation.
  • Solve optical/mechanical design challenges, design custom components/fixtures, and iterate rapidly to hit performance targets.
  • Integrate optics with detectors/light sources, motion/actuation, electronics, fluidics, and software control to deliver fully functional prototypes.
  • Plan and execute experiments; analyze data to troubleshoot and optimize SNR, resolution, stability, dynamic range; own verification against specifications.
  • Serve as in‑house subject‑matter expert for spectroscopy—advise on component selection (gratings, filters, objectives, f...