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ZPM Launchpad
Where graduates build the next silicon era
Light. Motion. Perception.
Every revolution in technology starts with a new way to feel the world. Transistors let silicon compute. Now, we’re teaching it to sense – with light. At Zero Point Motion, we use light instead of electrons to measure motion with extraordinary precision - creating chips that will replace those inside today’s cars and phones and power tomorrow’s autonomous robots, smart glasses, and intelligent homes.
By fusing photonics and MEMS on a silicon chip, we’re building a new class of sensor that operates at the speed and accuracy of light.
ZPM Launchpad is our three‑month, hands‑on graduate programme that bridges academia and cutting‑edge industry, resulting in a permanent, full‑time job at the end upon successful completion of the programme. You’ll move from theory and simulation to building real photonic‑MEMS devices - learning how deep‑tech products are designed, tested, and scaled from wafer to system.
What you’ll learn
* Photonics: Design and simulate light‑guiding circuits on silicon
* MEMS: Model and engineer miniature mechanical structures that move in response to forces
* Electronics: Master circuit design, signal processing, and integration with photonic and MEMS devices
* Process and lab: Work hands‑on with fabrication, assembly, and testing. Learn the precision processes that bring devices from wafer to system
* Start‑up operations: Learn how deep‑tech ideas become real products and what it takes to build a company from scratch
We’re looking for graduates who
* Are strong in maths and physics, and see equations as tools for shaping reality
* Are fluent in coding & automation - bonus points if you have a personal GitHub, build log or hands‑on lab builders
* Are practical problem‑solvers who love 3D printers, precision tools, and elegant hardware
* Are curious, practical, and want to learn fast in a start‑up environment
* Care deeply about design and have the instinct to fix what’s merely "good enough"
* Are fluent in written and verbal English
Why Join ZPM
* Competitive salary and relocation support
* Fast‑track development and mentorship
* Ownership in the company you help build - you'll get company options
* Access to company benefits and perks – Private Health Insurance, office snacks, pension etc
* PMI and company options available once you successfully complete the programme
Duration
3 months (full‑time initial contract, with transition to permanent on successful completion)
Location
Bristol, UK
Applications close
Running application with cohorts starting in March/April and June/July 2026.
Application process
* Applications are open! Submit your CV and a short portfolio which demonstrates relevant projects or experience
* 20‑minute call with the CEO
* Assessment day in February 2026 (expenses paid)
* Start in March/April 2026 or June/July 2026
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