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We’re looking for talented people in a variety of roles to join our team in Hamburg. Do not miss your chance to start a fast paced career in an innovative and rising company in a future-proof high tech industry

Open Positions

About Cycle

Cycle is a young high-tech company that designs and manufactures world-leading precision systems based on ultra-short pulse lasers. We strive for innovation and are constantly advancing our technology in close cooperation with leading international institutions.

We currently have a very dedicated and international team of 35 employees. At Cycle, we believe that commitment, passion and respectful interaction are the basis for a successful collaboration.

Our company headquarters in the Start-Up Labs Bahrenfeld, centrally located and in close proximity to DESY, combines innovation and science just like us.

About Cycle

Open Positions

Ultrafast Fiber Laser Engineer/ Product Development Lead (m/f/d)
Laser Engineering, Hamburg

In this role, you will play a key part in transforming advanced ultrafast fibertechnology from prototype systems into products for industrial and scientific applications.

You will work at the intersection of laser physics, nonlinear optics, systems engineering, and product development. You will be responsible for optical design, experimental validation and prototyping. Our mechanical design, electronics and software engineering teams will support you in developing a robust, market-ready product.

Your Tasks:

Development of ultrafast fiber lasers operating at 1μm, 1.5 μm and 2 μm
Development of fiber amplifiers and supercontinuum sources
Characterization of light sources, e.g. measurement of pulse duration, optical spectra, phase noise and timing jitter.
Technology scouting

You are an Expert in:

Ultrafast high power fiber lasers/amplifiers such as EDFA, YDFA and CPA
Nonlinear fiber optics and pulse propagation
Ideally in numerical modeling/simulation of ultrafast fiber oscillators/amplifiers or ultrafast pulses propagating inside the optical fiber

Education and Experience:

MSc degree in Physics/Laser Technology/Optical Technology with at least 4 years of relevant professional experience
Fluent in written and spoken English and eager to learn German.
PhD is highly welcome. Working on our cutting-edge technology will give you an unique opportunity to visit international conferences, collaborate with well-known research groups and publish scientific results.

We Offer:

Diverse, fast-paced work environment in a young and dynamic team
Position with room for creativity
Flat hierarchies and quick decision processes
High spirited and high-tech environment in the Science City Hamburg Bahrenfeld

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Technical Sales Engineer – Frequency & Timing (m/f/d)
Technical Sales, Hamburg

You are passionate about technology and enjoy combining technical expertise with customer interaction. You are curious, proactive and motivated to understand customer applications, identify new opportunities, translate technical requirements into practical solutions, and build long-term relationships with customers and partners. You enjoy taking ownership, working hands-on, and making a meaningful impact on our customers’ success and the future of Cycle.

Your tasks:

Act as the primary technical and commercial contact for international customers and distributors
Identify and develop new business opportunities through networking, conferences, exhibitions, distributors, and online platforms
Understand customer requirements and work closely with our engineering team to offer customized technical solutions
Prepare technical and commercial proposals, quotations and product presentations
Manage leads and opportunities through the complete sales process, from first contact to closure
Support product launches, exhibitions, webinars, and other marketing activities
Analyze market trends, competitors, and customer feedback to shape future products and business strategies
Travel internationally to visit customers, distributors, and partners

Your profile:

Degree in physics, electrical engineering, photonics, telecommunications or a related scientific or engineering discipline
Experience in technical sales, application engineering or business development is an advantage; motivated graduates are also encouraged to apply
Strong technical foundation in photonics, RF & microwave engineering, frequency & timing, precision instrumentation or related technologies
Excellent technical communication and presentation skills
Excellent written and spoken English; German is an advantage
Willingness to travel internationally

We offer:

A role with the freedom to take initiative and make a meaningful impact
Diverse, fast-paced work environment in a young and dynamic team
Flat hierarchies, short decision-making processes and a high degree of personal responsibility
Excellent opportunities for continuous learning and career development
Modern high-tech workplace in Science City Hamburg Bahrenfeld

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Initiative Application for Your Dream Job?
Cycle, Hamburg

We are always looking for team-oriented, focused individuals to join our company. If you are interested in supporting us to build world-leading optical and electronic solutions for engineers and scientists all over the world, please contact us.

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