Electro Optics Physicist

Description Prisma-Photonics is a rapidly growing startup company, developing the next-generation smart-infrastructure solution based on novel fiber-sensing technology (smart roads, smart cities, perimeters, and grid monitoring, etc.). The company offers an award-winning disruptive solution; a “sensor free” approach to smart infrastructure. The company is VC backed and in the revenues stage. Combining pioneering technology in optical fiber sensing with state-of-the-art machine learning, we help prevent environmental disasters, protect human lives, and keep critical energy and transportation backbones running smoothly. We are seeking a talented, self-driven, team-player, passionate Physicist to join our R&D team. In this role, you will develop and advance distributed fiber optic sensing technologies, combining theoretical modeling, simulations, fiber-optics systems design, and hands-on experimental work. You will tackle complex physical challenges, contribute to next-generation product development, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to bring innovative solutions from concept to real-world deployment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, enjoys working across disciplines, and wants to see their work go from concept to impact in the real world. What You’ll Do Experimental and theoretical R&D work for the development of Prisma’s next generation distributed fiber optic acoustic sensing (DAS) electro-optic interrogation systems. Gain unique end-to-end expertise across the full sensing system pipeline, spanning optical signal generation and propagation, coherent detection, DSP algorithms, and advanced data analysis. Experimental Work to prove new concepts, develop innovative solutions for new products, and support current generations. Develop software tools and simulations (Python/MATLAB/C++) for laboratory experiments, field data analysis, signal processing, and system modeling. Collaborate with multidisciplinary R&D teams and projects. Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical colleagues. What You Bring MSc or PhD in Physics/Applied Physics/related fields with focus on Electro-Optics and fiber optics (e.g., Electrical Eng.; Optical Eng.). Experienced in design and integration of Electro-optics and Fiber Optics systems and components: Optical Fibers, Opt. Amp., Lasers, detectors, Modulators, DWDM for at least 2 years. Experience with electro optical noise analysis (phase noise, detector noise, amplifier noise, SNR). Strong experimental (hands-on) and theoretical/simulation experience. Experience with advanced optical measurement techniques and systems. High level Programming in Phyton/MATLAB/C++. Knowledge in digital signal processing - advantage. Experience in telecom optics - advantage. System Eng. capabilities and experience - advantage. Strong communication skills and excellent individual & teamwork. Ability to manage multiple projects. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Practical experience leveraging GenAI tools in real-world environments.