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IITM CDOT Samgnya Technologies Foundation
IITM CDOT Samgnya Technologies Foundation
An initiative under the National Quantum Mission of DST

🚀 Job Opening: Senior Optoelectronics Engineer 

📅Posting Date: 13th Aug 2026 
📍 Location: Chennai
🕒 Employment Type: Full-time

🎯 Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Optoelectronics Engineer to support the development, testing, integration, troubleshooting and improvement of optoelectronic and optical communication projects. The candidate should have a sound fundamental understanding of optoelectronics, along with practical exposure to testing, validation, troubleshooting and system upgrades. The role requires a hands-on and adaptable professional who can quickly understand new technologies and systems, learn new concepts, take ownership of assigned projects and contribute effectively with minimal supervision. 


📌 Key Responsibilities

Technology Development
  • Support the development, integration, and continuous improvement of optoelectronic and 
    optical communication systems, including upgrading and modifying existing setups to 
    enhance performance and reliability. 
  • Conduct testing, fault identification, and performance analysis, utilizing results to resolve 
    technical issues and identify areas for system enhancement during implementation. 
  • Evaluate, select, and integrate electro-optical components to support laboratory experiments, 
    system validation, technology demonstrations, and field deployments. 
  • Adapt to new technologies and work closely with multidisciplinary R&D teams to take 
    ownership of assigned projects and deliverables within defined timelines. 
  • Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, test reports, observations, and regular 
    project updates.     Support knowledge-sharing initiatives and mentor junior engineers as required. 

🎓Qualification

  • Master’s degree in Optoelectronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical 
    Engineering, Photonics, Optical Communication, or a related discipline. 

🎓Experience

  • 3+ years of relevant professional experience in optoelectronics, photonics, optical communication, electronics, electro-optical systems or related technology areas. 
  • Hands-on experience in testing, troubleshooting, validation and integration of optical/electronic systems
  • Experience in upgrading, improving, modifying or maintaining existing systems will be preferred. 
  • Experience in laboratory testing, prototype development, R&D or technology development will be an advantage. 

    • 📩 Interested candidates can email their CV to info[AT]samgnya[DOT]in
    or
    📌 Apply via LinkedIn: Click here to apply