Applications Engineer

Job Title: Applications Engineer
Location: Yorkshire based
Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 DOE + benefits

A fast-growing technology innovator in the optoelectronics space is looking for an Applications Engineer to join their expert team. The company is building a suite of high-performance infrared detection solutions that power next-gen sensing, imaging, and communication applications, from autonomous navigation systems to 3D imaging and high-speed optical links.

Following a major round of private funding, they are now scaling their engineering and technical support teams to deliver world-class solutions to a global client base.

This role would suit an engineer with experience in photonics, semiconductors or advanced sensor systems who enjoys working with cross-functional teams and helping customers get the best out of cutting-edge technology.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Working with customers, sales teams and product groups to support and resolve technical enquiries
  
  
• Providing application-level support across the existing and future product range
  
  
• Running lab-based tests and evaluation activities to validate performance
  
  
• Helping to develop training materials, datasheets and technical documentation
  
  
• Delivering evaluation kits and demonstrating reference designs at customer sites and trade events
  
  
• Feeding market feedback into future product plans and roadmaps
  
  Skills & Experience We’re Looking For
  
  
• A degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optoelectronics, or a related discipline
  
  
• At least 3 years’ experience in semiconductor, photonics, or data/telecoms environments
  
  
• Background in Applications, Evaluation, or Design Engineering
  
  
• Understanding of analog/mixed-signal circuits, optical sensing, and high-speed comms systems
  
  
• Familiar with tools such as circuit simulation software and lab instrumentation
  
  
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  
  
• Experience with any of the following is a plus: APDs, photodiodes, LiDAR, advanced optical sensors, or PCB/schematic design
  
  Why Join?
  
  
• Work with next-gen infrared technologies powering real-world impact
  
  
• Be part of a growing, well-funded company in an exciting growth phase
  
  
• Join a multidisciplinary team tackling technical challenges at the edge of what’s possible
  
  
• Competitive pay, benefits and potential for equity participation
  
  Please note, we cannot provide sponsorship for the role.
  
  Interested?
  Submit your CV and a member of the team will be in touch