Main responsibilities:Provide technical leadership in the design and development of high-power fibre-optic amplifier subsystems and their componentsEnsure projects and programmes meet deadlines, milestones and are within budgetWork within a multidisciplinary team that includes optical, mechanical and electronic design engineersActive involvement and management of prototype build & assembly – including fibre-optic splicing, mechanical / electrical assembly and opto-electronic testDevelop and execute on test plans for functional and environmental verification of photonic components and systems, verify compliance to target specificationsCustomer interaction – Engage with customers, negotiate specifications and present results clearly and concisely for both internal and external customersDevelop strong working links with technical and business experts across G&HDeliver technical reviews and produce management reports resulting from technical activitiesIdeal candidates will have the following:3+ years relevant experience within the optics/photonics industry with knowledge of optical amplifiersCommercial experience in the product development of fibre optics or laser productsHands-on experience building and testing fibre-optic components or opto-electronic modulesAbility to generate proposals and manage the financial and technical aspects of development projectsStrong verbal and written communication skills; able to engage customers technically and collaboratively; Comfortable creating and giving technical presentationsDegree or PhD in Engineering or Physics with Optics, Photonics or Fibre optics bias