Development Engineer for Microscopy (AFM / SNOM) | Development Engineer Microscopy (AFM / SNOM) (all genders)

attocube systems GmbH

Haar, Kreis München, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Feb 19, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Development Engineer for Microscopy at attocube, you will play a pivotal role in advancing some of the world's most precise microscopy and nanopositioning systems. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve the development and integration of new functions, modules, and sensors into high-end AFM, CFM, and SNOM systems. You will evaluate system performance across mechanical, optical, electronic, and software domains, ensuring product maturity and scalability. This role bridges the gap between technological innovation and customer requirements, requiring close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams in the Application Lab, Software, and Production. You will be responsible for validating new use cases, conducting laboratory verifications, and supporting the industrialization process from prototype to series production. This position is ideal for those who enjoy hands-on technical optimization and want to contribute to scientific breakthroughs in material science and quantum physics. The role offers a flexible working environment, a modern office in Munich, and a strong focus on lifelong learning.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Optics/Photonics, or a related field; a PhD is considered advantageous.

Experience

  • Professional experience with high-precision measurement or microscopy systems such as AFM, SNOM, or optical methods
  • Experience in application development, system integration, or the industrialization of complex devices
  • Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration across software, production, and application teams
  • Experience in laboratory verification and validation of technical use cases

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must be willing to perform hands-on testing and optimization in a laboratory setting. Location: Munich (S-Bahn accessible).