NIL Technology (NILT) is a pioneer in micro- and nanostructured optical components and systems. We are seeking a hands-on and customer-focused Optical Systems Application Engineer to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of wafer-level optics.

In this role, you will be at the intersection of technology and application, working closely with customers to understand their needs, build demonstrators, and support evaluation phases. You will also contribute to the development of next-generation optical modules, including camera systems, dot projectors, diffusers and more.

Your Role

• Demonstrator Development: Build and test functional prototypes and mockups in our hacker lab to validate concepts and showcase capabilities.
• Customer Engagement: Support customer evaluations, provide technical guidance, and ensure alignment between customer requirements and NILT’s solutions.
• Application Engineering: Understand customer use cases and translate them into system-level optical solutions.
• Module Development: Collaborate with internal and external teams to define and refine optical module architectures, balancing performance, cost, and manufacturability.

What You Bring

Technical Skills:

• 3+ years of experience in optoelectronic device development, ideally for consumer applications.
• Strong understanding of optics and optical systems.
• Experience in mechanical and/or optical design is a plus.
• Programming skills, ideally in Python, for data analysis, automation, or prototyping
• Hands-on experience with 3D printing for rapid prototyping and demonstrator development

Soft Skills:

• Independent, goal-oriented mindset with a structured approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills to clearly convey technical insights and challenges.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Willingness to travel for partner and customer engagements.

Qualifications:

• MSc in Microengineering, Electronics, Optics, Photonics, Physics, or a related field.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus.

What We Offer

• A collaborative, fast-moving startup environment with flat hierarchies.
• Modern office and cleanroom facilities in the “Seehallen Horgen”, conveniently located next to the Horgen train station and Lake Zurich
• Opportunities for professional growth and cross-disciplinary learning.
• Flexible working hours and a strong team spirit built on shared success.

Application deadline

Please send your application no later than 3rd July 2025.

Please note that we are reviewing the applicants on an ongoing basis, and we will close the job opening once we have found the right candidate.

About NIL Technology

NIL Technology (NILT), founded in 2006, is an optical solutions company designing, developing, and manufacturing optical elements and components using high-precision nanoscale features. NILT creates competitive advantages with flat optics (meta-optics) in optical applications for 3D sensing, consumer electronics, machine vision, autonomous vehicles, telecommunication, and AR. With its background in mastering for nanoimprint, the company produces masters and offers nano-foundry services. NILT is based in Denmark and has offices in Switzerland, Sweden, US, and a manufacturing in Malaysia. Visit us at www.nilt.com. NILT is owned by Radiant Opto-Electronics Corporation (www.radiant.com.tw).

If you have any questions, please contact

Moritz Schmidlin

Email: moritz@nilt.com

Application deadline:

3. July 2025