Optics and Photonics Internship (80-100%)

About Spiden

Spiden is a Swiss medtech venture with the vision to use state-of-the-art detection techniques to continuously monitor and learn from a wide range of vital medical indicators, allowing to improve your individual health.

Your profile

• At least completed B.Sc. studies in EE, Physics or Computer Science at a top-100 university; completed MSc studies preferred
• Experience in free-space optical measurements
• Skills in coding Python and experience in lab automation is a plus
• Hands-on experience in PCB design
• RF characterization techniques are preferred
• Experience in spectroscopy, biology or medicine is advantageous
• Professional working proficiency in both English (minimum B2 level), German, French or an Asian language are a plus
• Team-player with a positive can-do attitude

We offer

• A multi-cultural team embracing diversity. We strive for gender equality.
• The opportunity to have impact on the business development of the next blockbuster in health monitoring 
• An experienced management team with deep experience and a strong commitment to people development 
• A position where you can develop and grow beyond your limits
• A steep learning curve, real impact at work and a lot of fun! 
• Frequent company and team events creating a fun place to work and a great company culture 
• A top modern office and laboratory infrastructure with great proximity to public transport, highway, shopping 
• Indoor gym and sport activity offering, proximity to lake for swimming, forest for running 

Your mission

• Supporting the characterization of optical and photonic components for Spiden’s products
• Working with world-class engineers in developing break-through medical wearable devices
• Characterization of optical materials and building up a material database
• Executing test plans and generating corresponding test reports in a document controlled environment
• Enjoy a diverse and open culture where everyone contributes equally

Our recruitment process

Starting with a 30-minute introductory phone interview, we proceed to group/technical interviews, ideally followed by an on-site interview and tour of our facilities. We aim for a swift process while allowing both parties to obtain a full picture.