R&D technical domain lead - Fiber interconnects (m / f / d)

ficonTEC Service GmbH is an innovative high-tech company that has quickly established itself in a highly specialized market since 2001. With continuous growth and innovative development, we are a recognized market leader in the automated assembly and testing of optoelectronic components and (hybrid) photonic devices. Our company develops advanced solutions such as high-precision die bonding, fiber alignment, and laser soldering systems, which are critical for manufacturing cutting-edge photonic devices like LiDAR sensors, high-speed data transceivers, and silicon photonics. These technologies are paving the way for advancements in telecommunications, autonomous vehicles, and medical diagnostics.

Our company-wide goal is to set up top-notch technology that facilitates our customers from around the world in building tomorrow’s optoelectronic devices. We believe in equal opportunity, with employees committed to diversity and inclusion, offering a vibrant working environment.

R&D technical domain lead - Fiber interconnects (m / f / d) immediately & fulltime

Your responsibilities :

We are seeking a highly skilled and people-oriented technical domain lead (m / f / d) for the field of optical fiber interconnects to join our R&D team. In this role, you will lead both the technical direction and the team development of our Fiber Interconnect activities — driving innovative solutions while fostering a motivated and collaborative working culture.

You will oversee customer-driven, internal, and publicly funded projects on optical fiber interconnects, including active alignment of optical fibers and co-packaged optics for datacom and lidar applications. Beyond managing projects, you will act as a mentor and motivator , ensuring that each team member is empowered, aligned, and developing professionally.

• Technical and People Leadership :   Lead and develop a team of engineers and researchers working on optical fiber interconnect technologies. Forster a collaborative, motivating, and growth-oriented work enviroment.
• Project Ownership :  Manage the full lifecycle of customer-driven, internal, and publicly funded R&D projects in the field of optical fiber interconnects.
• Strategic Development :  Shape the technical roadmap and contribute to strategic planning togesther with Sales, Business Development, and R&D management. Prioritize workloads and ensure efficient internal workflow.
• Hands-on Technology Engagement :   Stay actively involved in R&D lab work to evaluate new concepts and prototype setups.
• Cross-functional Collaboration :  Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure alignment and smooth project execution.
• Stakeholder Engagement :  Interact with customers, vendors, and academic partners to understand requirements, address technical challenges, and present project outcomes confidently.

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ficonTEC Service GmbH

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Rehland 8

28832 Achim

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