Head of Photonics

Company: Platform Recruitment
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Location: Hampshire
Job Description:

Head of Photonics – South East England – Competitive Salary + Benefits

My client is an innovative technology company developing advanced photonics solutions. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Head of Photonics to lead technical strategy and drive the development of next-generation optical systems.

The Role:

  • Lead photonics and optical system development across multiple projects
  • Define technical strategy and roadmap for future technologies
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and senior leadership
  • Support product development from concept through to deployment
  • Build and develop photonics capability across the organisation

About You:

  • Strong background in photonics, optics, or optical engineering
  • Experience developing complex photonic or optical systems
  • Proven technical leadership within engineering teams
  • Knowledge of lasers, optical sensing, imaging, fibre optics, or related technologies
  • Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on technical levels

If this sounds like you, please apply below!

Posted: July 2nd, 2026