Research Engineer (R&D)

From powering space exploration and advancing medicine to enabling defense and shaping the optics inside everyday devices — our impact reaches far beyond today. Join the OPTOMAN team as a Research Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned development projects as the responsible engineer, from approved idea to validated development result.

• Create and maintain technical development plans for assigned development projects, including scope, milestones, risks, and budget.

• Execute and coordinate development activities required to achieve project objectives.

• Provide technical consulting to internal departments and customers on topics related to assigned development projects.

• Support the implementation of production processes and provide technical input related to assigned development projects.

• Maintain complete and accurate technical documentation and ensure structured transfer of product knowledge to relevant departments.

• Perform literature, patent, and technology reviews to maintain awareness of new developments.

• Support, consult, and train Junior Research Engineers.

Core mission Lead assigned development projects from approved idea to validated result, ensuring technical quality, effective execution, and structured transfer of product knowledge to the relevant teams.

Required superpowers

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physics or a related discipline such as Materials Science or Photonics.

• At least 3 years of relevant experience.

• Solid technical understanding of optical components, photonics, and laser-related technologies.

• Experience with OptiLayer and/or OTF Studio.

• Structured and analytical approach to problem solving and technical decision-making.

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for technical results.

• Ability to assess technical risks and uncertainties and act accordingly.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Lithuanian and English at C1 level.

Rewards

• Competitive compensation: €2,800–€4,200 gross + annual bonus scheme (final offer based on your expertise and scope).

• €1,000 annual personal benefits budget (MELP): choose what fits you best — health insurance, 3rd pillar pension, or other wellbeing/perks.

• Extra time off that grows with you: +1 paid day off on each work anniversary (up to 5 extra days), on top of standard annual leave.

• Stock option opportunity: a chance to participate in long-term value creation and contribute to meaningful growth initiatives.

• Learning & growth support: a flexible L&D budget for relevant courses, certifications, workshops, and conferences.

• Hybrid work, done right: flexibility and a workplace not tied to a single desk, supported by clear ways of working.

• Team & work support: a separate budget for team-building and work-related tools/items, plus an additional phone budget.

• Great people, healthy culture: a supportive, collaborative team with a superhero mindset — we help each other win — plus company-wide events throughout the year.

• Strong onboarding: structured onboarding, training, and dedicated mentors to help you ramp up smoothly.

• Referral rewards & life moments: referral bonus for successful hires, and one-time support for special occasions (marriage, birth of a child, and other significant life events, per policy).

If you're ready to challenge limits and stand behind work that changes industries and improves lives, you might just belong with us.

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