Nanophotonics Engineer

Snap Inc.; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Plymouth is seeking a skilled Nanophotonics Engineer to develop next-generation micro-displays for augmented reality glasses. This role involves assessing display performance, collaborating with teams, and contributing to innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have a degree in optics or engineering, along with hands-on experience in a tech environment. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and parental leave, with an expectation to work in-office regularly.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Comprehensive medical coverage

Emotional and mental health support programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in a technology-based environment.
• Strong enthusiasm for working within a demanding yet stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of micro-displays for Snap's Spectacles AR glasses.
• Assess electro-optical performance of displays.
• Design and build demonstration platforms.
• Support yield improvement activities with data analysis.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team to develop production test systems.

Skills

Electro-optical performance assessment

Python programming

PCB design

Display development experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in optics, physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science

Tools

Parametric test equipment

NI LabView

Job description

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.

The Spectacles team is pushing the boundaries of technology to bring people closer together in the real world. Our fifth‑generation Spectacles, powered by Snap OS, showcase how standalone, see‑through AR glasses make playing, learning, and working better together.

Snapchat is a camera and messaging app that connects people to their friends and the world. Every day around the globe, millions of people use Snapchat to communicate with friends, build relationships, play, and learn. No matter where you are or how you express yourself, it’s always the fastest way to share a moment!

We’re looking for a Nanophotonics Engineer to join the Spectacles team to work on the next generation of displays at Snap Inc!

What you’ll do:

Contribute to the development of micro-displays for Snap's Spectacles AR glasses

Assess electro-optical performance of displays against system requirements

Design and build self-contained demonstration platforms

Support yield improvement activities with data collection and analysis across different process stages

Collaborate with cross-functional team to develop production test system for displays

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated proficiency in operating a variety of parametric test equipment, particularly in the electro-optical domain.

Ability to write software using Python and create automated characterisation tests with NI LabView.

Experience with PCB design and schematic capture

Experience with the Semiconductor industry

A strong enthusiasm for working within the demanding yet stimulating environment on a wide variety of problems.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in optics, physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science or related field.

A minimum of two years of hands‑on experience working in a technology based environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD or master’s degree in optics, physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science or related field.

Experience of working in display development

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.

"Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a "default together" approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.

At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.

Our Benefits:

Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!