Photonics Engineer (Quantum Sensing)

Join a supportive, collaborative team where curiosity and varied experiences are celebrated, and where your voice matters from day one.

Close Date: 6 February 2026

Location: Darlington, NSW with flexible working conditions

Security requirements: Due to work with the Australian Defence Force, only Australian permanent residents and citizens can be considered for this role.

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands‑on Photonics Engineer to define and own the optical excitation and fluorescence readout system for Deteqt’s diamond-on‑chip quantum sensors.

You will be responsible for the end‑to‑end photonic architecture, from light‑source selection and optical modelling through to prototyping, testing, and delivery of a manufacturable photonics package integrated with diamond and CMOS electronics. Your work will directly shape signal strength, stability, and repeatability in our first field‑deploy...