Join Airthings, a global tech company on a mission to empower people to breathe better.
We are looking for an Air Quality Sensor Specialist (Applied Physics) to work in our Hardware Platform organization at Airthings headquarters in Oslo. This is a hands-on role where applied science meets engineering: you will turn sensor data into decisions that improve real products.
Job Summary
As a Sensor Specialist, you will help shape how our sensors perform in real life. You will analyze measurement data, build models and tooling, and collaborate closely with hardware and firmware engineers during development and industrialization.
Radon is our main, proprietary technology. You will work closely with the hardware team to analyze measurement data and turn results into better products across all the air quality sensors in our portfolio.
This role is ideal for a physicist or engineer who enjoys practical problem-solving, data-driven iteration, and writing code to accelerate learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze sensor and system measurement data from prototypes, lab setups, and production builds.
- Develop and validate calibration and compensation approaches, plus clear acceptance criteria.
- Build lightweight analysis tooling (scripts, notebooks, dashboards) to speed up decisions.
- Design and run experiments to characterize drift, noise, cross-sensitivities, and environmental effects.
- Collaborate across hardware, firmware, and test engineering on new products, and support root cause analysis in production.
Qualifications
- MSc or PhD in Physics, Electronics or similar.
- Experience with measurement physics and sensor characterization. Experience with radiation detection is a strong plus.
- Strong analytical skills and comfort working with real-world, noisy measurement data.
- Practical engineering mindset, with the ability to turn analysis into clear recommendations, limits, and design/test improvements.
- Ability to write code for analysis and tooling (for example Python) is a plus.
- Solid understanding of experimental methods, uncertainty, and statistical reasoning. Data analysis, big data.
Nice to have
- Experience with sensor systems (gas sensors, radon detection, particle sensors, temperature/humidity/ pressure/acoustics, etc.).
- Familiarity with electronic product development.
What we offer
- Competitive pay and benefits, including pension and insurance.
- A workplace where work-life balance is valued.
- An inclusive and safe work environment where diversity is embraced.
- Strong learning culture with opportunities to grow technically.
- A central Oslo location, with one of the best canteens in town.
- Social events and team activities.
About Airthings
Airthings develops world-class indoor air quality and radon solutions for people and businesses. We combine hardware, firmware, cloud and data science to build products that help people understand their indoor environment and take action.
Our culture
We believe team building and cross-collaboration are essential for long-term growth and high performance. We encourage open discussions, and our flat structure ensures that every voice is heard. We are a multicultural team of curious and creative thinkers, driven to grow and make a meaningful impact.
Our values are Dare, Love and Focus.
What’s next?
Apply via the apply button.
Application deadline: Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until the role is filled.
Skills Required
- MSc or PhD in Physics, Electronics, or a similar field
- Experience with measurement physics and sensor characterization
- Strong analytical skills and comfort working with real-world, noisy measurement data
- Practical engineering mindset and ability to turn analysis into recommendations, limits, and design or test improvements
- Ability to write code for analysis and tooling, such as Python
- Understanding of experimental methods, uncertainty, and statistical reasoning
- Experience with sensor systems, including gas, radon, particle, temperature, humidity, pressure, or acoustic sensors
- Familiarity with electronic product development
What We Do
Airthings develops and manufactures air-quality monitoring devices, radon detectors, and related software for consumers, businesses, and professionals. Its products help households and organizations track indoor air conditions and identify contaminants, while its commercial solutions provide building-level monitoring and insights. The company also addresses energy efficiency through its sensors and software, and frames its mission around helping people understand indoor air quality and breathe healthier air.
