Careers at PhotonFirst

At PhotonFirst, we develop fiber optic sensing solutions to transform light into data. With these solutions we enable customers across various industries to unlock the benefits of photonic sensing at scale.

In our pursuit, we embrace a pioneering attitude that has been encouraged in the company since its establishment. Combined with the evolution of our high end technology, we embrace a collaborative and supportive atmosphere where each team member plays a vital role in our collective success.

We are always looking for talented new colleagues with an innovative attitude who can add to our company culture. If you don´t find the right vacancy, please feel free to submit an open application via recruitment@photonfirst.com  

What we offer

  • Opportunity to join a front-runner in the Photonics industry in an autonomous role;
  • Engage in an entrepreneurial adventure with the chance to influence the performance of the company and your professional growth;
  • Awesome high-tech environment and highly educated colleagues driving a unique technology;
  • A great diversity in our frequent activities with a team of fun colleagues;
  • Daily free healthy lunch.
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If you go for the details

  • A competitive salary and travel allowance;
  • 27 holidays (in a full time work week), and the option to buy an additional 10 on an annual basis;
  • Excellent retirement program with Zwitserleven;
  • Telephone budget of €40 nett per month;
  • Monthly sports contribution;
  • Hybrid working arrangements;
  • Generous birth leave.

Would you like to join our team? Have a look at the vacancies we currently have, or send us an open application. We are always looking for talent to strengthen our team!

What we are looking for

Our current vacancies

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Electronics engineer

Innovatively and hands-on you will make sure our product electronics meet our high product quality standards.

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Software Engineer

Your chance to join a deeptech scale-up and work together with various engineers, internally and externally.

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Senior software engineer

With your experience you will lead, own and improve our product software in a high-tech environment

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PIC Packaging Engineer

With your experience you will lead, own and improve our packaging processes in our ambition to make fiber optic sensing mainstream

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Technical project manager

Your chance to use your tech-savy talents in a deeptech scale-up and work together with various applications, internally and externally.

How to apply

If you would like to apply for one of the vacancies above or send us an open application, don’t forget to include:

  • Your motivation for the role or team you’re applying for as well as your personal drive and what makes you fit;
  • Your resume describing your educational and professional background.

Open applications may be sent to: recruitment@photonfirst.com

Acquisition regarding these vacancies will not be appreciated.