Senior Integrated Optics Researcher

ASMLVeldhovenOn-siteFull-time18 Jun 2026

ASML is seeking a Senior Integrated Optics Researcher to join the Optics and Photonics group in Veldhoven, Netherlands. The role involves developing cutting-edge photonic solutions for lithographic and metrology tools, including designing photonic integrated circuits, conducting feasibility studies, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Requires a PhD with 4+ years of experience in integrated photonics.

What you'll do

Translate optical sensing concepts into photonic solutions in an industrial context
Define requirements, architecture, and technology development needs for photonic solutions and contribute to the photonics technology roadmap
Identify concepts and address technology maturity
Design and specification of photonic integrated circuits
Definition of experiments for evaluation of PICs
Work with other researchers towards better understanding of technologies
Generate new ideas and solutions for current and future photonic solutions
Build a network towards other parts of the organization and academia

What you need

Must-have

Integrated photonicsPhotonic integrated circuits (PIC) designFDTDEMEFEMLumericalExperimental evaluation of PICsManufacturing of PICs

Soft skills

Analytical thinkingCommunication skillsTeam playerSelf-propellingInitiativePragmatic attitudeFlexibilityResult driven

Integrated photonicsPhotonicsSemiconductor manufacturingResearchOn-siteASMLVeldhovenPhDPIC design

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