Electronics Lead

Who we are

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.

The role

• Work together in an interdisciplinary R&D and engineering team, to develop products from high-level system functional needs, to detailed electronic architectures and reliable cost-effective solutions;
• Taking the lead in the design and documentation and coordinate the realization and maintenance of PCBAS for our (customer) products and modules;
• Ensure verification of all electronics aspects, at supplier and internal;
• Being a thought leader. Bringing state-of-the-art expertise of the best suited components and external development partners, thus contributing to our deep-tech technology and product roadmap strategy tailored to photonic and electronic integration and scalability.

You

• Have a passion for high tech and are willing to learn about our unique
  technology;
• Recognize yourself in our core values: We are Tech Innovators, Work As  One Team, Proactive and we Make it Work.
• Like the dynamics of a small, fast moving company;
• Hold a University (WO) or Applied Science (HBO) degree in Electrical
  /Electronic engineering with at least 5 years experience including a
  complete PCBA product development;
• Have affinity with analog electronics, embedded software & hardware
  platforms;
• Apply good practice of documentation in design, verification
  and dossier control;
• Are experienced with coordination of PCBA development, production and
  quality control aspects;
• Are living in The Netherlands and available to operate from our office
  in Alkmaar.

What we offer

• Opportunity to join a front-runner in the Photonics industry in
  an autonomous role with responsibility for the design and
  maintenance of front- to backend electronics in our products;
• 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 your activities.