One of the key challenges for the next generation of detectors is transporting vast volumes of data off-detector while operating in extreme radiation environments, for which advanced optical links are an essential technology. Within the High Speed Links Work Package, we are developing the next generation of radiation-tolerant communication building blocks by combining custom high-speed ASICs and Silicon Photonics components that interoperate with off-the-shelf optical modules and FPGA systems as we move from component prototypes to full system demonstrators.

We are looking for a Test Engineer to take a leading role in the evaluation and qualification of a prototype high-speed, radiation-tolerant communication ASIC, part of a Silicon Photonics system, delivering a 100 Gbps data stream. You will help bring up new hardware, build robust test setups, and generate high-quality measurement results that guide design iterations and qualification.

Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria

• You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State. Currently, we cannot consider applications from Pakistani and Lithuanian nationals for positions with a 2026 start date, as the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
• By the application deadline, you have a master’s degree with 2 to 6 years of professional experience since graduation or a PhD with a maximum of 3 years of professional experience since graduation. You are not eligible with only a bachelor’s degree.
• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
• Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above