Optical Engineer, Advanced Light Sheet Microscopy BiohubOptical Engineer, Advanced Light Sheet MicroscopySan Francisco, CaliforniaCollaborate with scientists, bioengineers, computer scientists, and biologists to implement new features and capabilities, including hardware interfaces, acquisition modes, graphical user interfaces, smart automation, high-performance data visualization, and scalable data storage pipelines. We seek an Optical Engineer, Advanced Light Sheet Microscopy with strong hands-on engineering skills, experience building and integrating scientific instrumentation, ideally lightsheet microscopes, and solid programming expertise for hardware control and automation.
Associate/Senior Optical Engineer, R&D Arcadia Science LLCAssociate/Senior Optical Engineer, R&DEmeryville, CA$150,000–$200,000 / yearThis is a role for an optical scientist with a demonstrated aptitude for developing novel measurement techniques: someone who can identify the limits of existing optical tools and invent new ones to address them. Our current work spans spontaneous Raman spectroscopy, coherent Raman imaging (SRS and CARS), and live-cell microscopy of diverse organisms.
Optical Engineer Science CorpOptical EngineerAlameda, CA$115,000–$180,000 / yearWe work to restore quality of life to those with debilitating conditions for which there are no treatment options, creating devices aimed at restoring vision, cognition, and mobility to patients who have lost it. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work.
Optical Engineer, Lasers and Photonics Cowboy SpaceOptical Engineer, Lasers and PhotonicsSan Carlos, CaliforniaOur satellites operate in Low Earth Orbit to collect sunlight and enable a new class of capabilities—from powering on-orbit compute, to transmitting energy via infrared lasers (space-to-earth and space-to-space), powering on-orbit compute to delivering secure, high-bandwidth optical data. Export Control Requirement: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Optical Engineer, Advanced Light Sheet Microscopy Chan Zuckerberg Biohub IncOptical Engineer, Advanced Light Sheet MicroscopySan Francisco, CA$153,000–$191,000 / yearCollaborate with scientists, bioengineers, computer scientists, and biologists to implement new features and capabilities, including hardware interfaces, acquisition modes, graphical user interfaces, smart automation, high-performance data visualization, and scalable data storage pipelines. We seek an Optical Engineer, Advanced Light Sheet Microscopy with strong hands-on engineering skills, experience building and integrating scientific instrumentation, ideally lightsheet microscopes, and solid programming expertise for hardware control and automation.
Optical Engineer - LCOS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) MolexOptical Engineer - LCOS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon)Fremont, CAFull timeContinuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation, cutting edge WSS and amplification technology and comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software design capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks of telecom, datacom, hyperscale datacenter and supercomputing. Our Fremont team is seeking a highly motivated Optical Engineer to join our team in developing Liquid Crystal on Silicon (LCOS) phase modulators for optical telecommunications and display applications.
Principal Laser Component Engineer - Optical Solutions Koch IncPrincipal Laser Component Engineer - Optical SolutionsFremont, CAPrincipal Laser Component Engineer - Optical Solutions - Fremont, California, United States - 188838 - Koch. Koch Engineered Solutions.
Optical Engineer Cowboy SpaceOptical EngineerSan Carlos, CaliforniaOur satellites operate in Low Earth Orbit to collect sunlight and enable a new class of capabilities—from powering on-orbit compute, to transmitting energy via infrared lasers (space-to-earth and space-to-space), powering on-orbit compute to delivering secure, high-bandwidth optical data. Export Control Requirement: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Staff Optical Engineer Becton Dickinson Medical DevicesStaff Optical EngineerMilpitas, CaliforniaWaters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.
Optical Engineer OmnivisionOptical EngineerSanta Clara, CaliforniaOverview: The Sr/Staff/Principal Optical Engineer works in an aggressive, fast-paced R&D environment to develop and design optical structure to improve image sensor performance. Annual base salary for this role in California, US is expected to be between $120,600 - $200,200.
Optical Engineer - Optical Solutions MolexOptical Engineer - Optical SolutionsFremont, CAFull timeContinuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation, cutting edge WSS and amplify technology and comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks. Will consider: Bachelor's Degree in Optical, Photonics, Electrical Engineering or Physics and at least 5 years of optical design experience or PhD in Optical, Photonics, EE or Physics with previous internship experience .
Sr. Optical Engineer Alcon IncSr. Optical EngineerBelmont, CAAssociate, Optical Engineering (Science/Tech/Engineering Path), is primarily responsible for contributing to the design, testing, and analysis of optical systems by supporting research on light behavior, material interactions, and imaging performance. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Senior Optical Engineer Onto Innovation IncSenior Optical EngineerMilpitas, CAOnto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Youll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge toolsall within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.
Optical Engineer Koch IncOptical EngineerFremont, CA$130,000–$160,000 / yearOptical Engineer - United States - 187391 - Koch. Koch Engineered Solutions.
Optical Engineer, Advanced Photonic IC Development Marvell Technology IncOptical Engineer, Advanced Photonic IC DevelopmentSanta Clara, CA$158,600–$237,600 / yearMaster's degree and/or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Photonics or related fields with 5+ years of experience OR Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Photonics or related fields and 10+ years of related professional experience. Excellent understanding of semiconductor physics and successful design experience of optical devices such as detectors, modulators and integrated optical components, especially high speed linear integrated components.
Optical Engineer IV Applied Materials IncOptical Engineer IVSanta Clara, CA$161,000–$221,000 / yearFunction as specialist for physics/optics issues, while influencing and utilizing expertise in interfacing with external and internal customers, lead and/or develop and execute system projects, troubleshooting system problems, and defining system specifications and schedules. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor.
Senior Optical Engineer - Optical Solutions Koch IncSenior Optical Engineer - Optical SolutionsFremont, CA$140,000–$220,000 / yearSenior Optical Engineer - Optical Solutions - United States - 188622 - Koch. Koch Engineered Solutions.
Senior Optical Engineer Foxconn Industrial InternetSenior Optical EngineerSan Jose, CAFull timeKey Responsibilities Lead deep-dive investigations of complex optical path issues, identifying root causes and driving improvements across design, test, fixtures, and manufacturing processes through structured experiments and DOE methodologies. Support Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for automated optical inspection and cleaning systems by defining acceptance criteria, conducting qualification and correlation studies, and closing readiness gaps prior to production release.
Optical Engineer - Amplifiers Koch IncOptical Engineer - AmplifiersFremont, CA$140,000–$200,000 / yearOptical Engineer - Amplifiers - Fremont, California, United States - 188540 - Koch. Koch Engineered Solutions.
Optical Systems Engineer - Optical Transmission Koch IncOptical Systems Engineer - Optical TransmissionFremont, CA$140,000–$190,000 / yearOptical Systems Engineer - Optical Transmission - Fremont, California, United States - 185818 - Koch. Koch Engineered Solutions.
Optical Engineer - Optical Solutions Koch IncOptical Engineer - Optical SolutionsFremont, CA$140,000–$200,000 / yearContinuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation, cutting edge WSS and amplify technology and comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks. Will consider: Bachelor's Degree in Optical, Photonics, Electrical Engineering or Physics and at least 5 years of optical design experience or PhD in Optical, Photonics, EE or Physics with previous internship experience.
Optical Sensing HW - Electrical Engineer Apple IncOptical Sensing HW - Electrical EngineerCupertino, CADesign and develop the optical sensing system System-level prototyping, integration, characterization and end-to-end validation Schematic design of boards and flexible assemblies Conduct failure mode analysis, root-cause diagnosis, and system-level problem-solving; execute engineering builds and drive cross-functional communication to enhance product design and manufacturability Business travel up to 10% as requiredStrong electrical engineering background in analog and mixed-signal system-level circuit design, sensor design, modeling, and analog circuit simulations experiences Hands-on experience with board-level circuit design and lab equipment (microscopes, detector, light sources etc) Scripting experience for data analysis and automation BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experienceOptical Sensor and systems integration experience preferred Experience in ANSYS, SPICE, or similar simulation and modeling tools Experience supporting volume manufacturing, including test design, failure analysis, and statistical Excellent written and verbal communication skills and solid collaboration and leadership skills Strong teamwork abilities and self-motivation to tackle technical challenges MS or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams - including Optical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Process Engineers, Reliability Engineers, Test Engineers, and Software Engineers-to deliver state-of-the-art sensing.
Optical Design Engineer Apple IncOptical Design EngineerCupertino, CAThe Camera Hardware Engineering group is responsible for all research, design, development, test and qualification of camera hardware for Apple products. Requirements: Bachelors degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Manufacturing, or similar field.
Senior Optical Engineer - VETi Platform Kodiak Sciences IncSenior Optical Engineer - VETi PlatformPalo Alto, CAHands-on experience designing confocal laser scanning microscopes, OCT systems, or similar imaging instruments, with a proven track record of building optical devices from prototype through validation. Our VETi - Visual Engagement Technology and Imager - platform is an AI-enabled wearable system combining advanced LiDAR, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), embedded computing, machine learning, and AR/VR technologies.
Senior Principal Optical Design Engineer II-VI Optical Systems, Inc.Senior Principal Optical Design EngineerFremont, CAWe are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. As a core member of design team, Candidate should be responsible for optical modeling and parameters optimizing, simulate and calculate the related optical tolerances as the guideline to other design aspects.
Senior Staff Optical Engineer Marvell Technology IncSenior Staff Optical EngineerSanta Clara, CAPhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields with 3+ years of experience; or Master's degree with 5+ years of experience OR Bachelor's degree with 5-10 years, in design validation and modeling for fiber-optical communication systems. The Optical Connectivity Group in Marvell is a group of world-class talent that brings innovations into mass-manufacturable, reliable product to the industry, blazing the frontier of technologies to handle the challenge for higher bandwidth, lower latency, lower power the world is calling for.
Optical Engineer/Scientist (Ph.D.) Exponent Inc.Optical Engineer/Scientist (Ph.D.)Menlo Park, California$140,000–$154,000 / yearFull timeFor over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Work Environment: At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging.
Principal Optical Engineer - Light Sources Marvell Technology IncPrincipal Optical Engineer - Light SourcesSanta Clara, CAHighlights include an employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back, family support programs to help balance work and home life, robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being, and a recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones. To support fair and authentic hiring practices, candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (such as transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot, or automated note-taking bots) during interviews.
Staff Optical Engineer Marvell Technology IncStaff Optical EngineerSanta Clara, CA$158,600–$237,600 / yearJoin a world-class team specializing in the design and validation of optical transceivers, where youll contribute to the development of high-performance calibration techniques, advanced test methodologies, and robust infrastructure for cutting-edge optical communication modules. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 3-5 years of related professional experience OR Master's degree and/or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with 2-3 years of experience.
Senior Principal Optical Design Engineer Coherent CorpSenior Principal Optical Design EngineerFremont, CAWe are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. As a core member of design team, Candidate should be responsible for optical modeling and parameters optimizing, simulate and calculate the related optical tolerances as the guideline to other design aspects.
Optical System Engineer Apple IncOptical System EngineerCupertino, CAThe Camera Hardware Engineering group is responsible for all research, design, development, test and qualification of camera hardware for Apple products. Work on new lens designs, characterization and integration into CMOS imager sensor based camera modules.
Optical Engineer, Release to Production (RTP) - Test Software & Transceiver NPI Meta Platforms IncOptical Engineer, Release to Production (RTP) - Test Software & Transceiver NPIMenlo Park, CAWe are looking for an Optical Engineer to drive optics validation within RTP-NPI - pairing deep optical-transceiver expertise with software engineering skills to build the Python-based test software infrastructure that qualifies optical communications modules and to lead optical transceiver NPI programs end to end. Within HDRTP, the Release to Production New Product Introduction (RTP-NPI) team finds, debugs, and remediates hardware failure modes before certifying new platforms for mass production, and then sustains them across the deployed lifecycle.
Optical Engineer, Infrastructure Validation Meta Platforms IncOptical Engineer, Infrastructure ValidationMenlo Park, CAWe are looking for an Optical Engineer to drive optics validation within RTP-NPI - pairing deep optical-transceiver expertise with Python scripting skills to automate the testing that qualifies optical communications modules and to lead optical transceiver NPI programs end to end. Within HDRTP, the Release to Production New Product Introduction (RTP-NPI) team finds, debugs, and remediates hardware failure modes before certifying new platforms for mass production, and then sustains them across the deployed lifecycle.
Mechanical Optical Simulation Engineer NVIDIA CorpMechanical Optical Simulation EngineerSanta Clara, CAThe base salary range is 124,000 USD - 195,500 USD for Level 3, and 140,000 USD - 224,250 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. The job requires working on complex problems and products; you will be providing solutions that are highly creative and directly contribute to product differentiation.
Staff Optical Engineer Muon Space incStaff Optical EngineerMountain View, CA$184,000–$223,000 / yearTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. Own and manage comprehensive optical error budgets and performance metrics, including image quality (MTF, WFE), stray light, and radiometric throughput (BOL/EOL transmission) from conceptual design through hardware build and test.
Senior Principal Optical Engineer II-VI Optical Systems, Inc.Senior Principal Optical EngineerSanta Clara, CAWe are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Experienced in working with customers and engineering team to effectively and successfully bring optical products through product life cycle from prototyping to volume production.
Sr Product Engineer - Optical Transceivers MolexSr Product Engineer - Optical TransceiversFremont, CAFull timeContinuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation, cutting edge WSS and amplifier technology and comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks. Our Optical Solutions team is seekin g a skilled and motivated Sr Product Engineer to join our team and contribute to the design, development, and lifecycle management of optical transceivers.
Electrical Engineer, Optical Communications Cowboy SpaceElectrical Engineer, Optical CommunicationsSan Carlos, CaliforniaOur satellites operate in Low Earth Orbit to collect sunlight and enable a new class of capabilities—from powering on-orbit compute, to transmitting energy via infrared lasers (space-to-earth and space-to-space), powering on-orbit compute to delivering secure, high-bandwidth optical data. Export Control Requirement: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Optical Systems Engineer Internship Onto Innovation IncOptical Systems Engineer InternshipMilpitas, CAOnto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. This role provides hands-on exposure to real-world engineering work, including prototype development, testing, and system troubleshooting, while working closely with experienced engineers across optical, mechanical, electrical, software, and applications disciplines.
Senior Principal Optical Engineer Coherent Corp.Senior Principal Optical EngineerSanta Clara, CAFull timeAs a critical member of an innovation driven team of engineers and scientists, you will be responsible for directly interfacing with our customers, researching, designing, developing, testing, and qualifying optical systems and opto-mechanical assemblies. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets.
Optical Transceiver Engineer II-VI Optical Systems, Inc.Optical Transceiver EngineerFremont, CAWe are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program.
Sr. Engineer, Optical Link Design Ayar Labs IncSr. Engineer, Optical Link DesignSan Jose, CA$170,000–$200,000 / yearBacked by industry giants like NVIDIA, AMD, Mediatek and Intel and manufactured in partnership with the world's leading semiconductor ecosystem, Ayar Labs' co-packaged optics solution is key to unleashing next-generation AI scale-up architectures. In this role, you will bridge the gap between large-scale data analysis and advanced optical link models to optimize the performance of Ayar Labs'' co-packaged optics (CPO) solution.
Senior Optical Application Engineer DustPhotonics LtdSenior Optical Application EngineerSan Jose, CA$140,000–$200,000 / yearOur product portfolio includes ZeroFlap (ZF) Active Electrical Cables (AECs) and ZF optical transceivers, OmniConnect memory solutions, and a suite of retimers and DSPs for optical and copper Ethernet and PCIe, all leveraging the PILOT diagnostic and analytics software platform. Validate stress receiver sensitivity test for module performance against OMA-min requirements and ensure compliance with link budget allocations for 400G/800G/1.6T optical links.
Laser Test Engineer - Optical Solutions MolexLaser Test Engineer - Optical SolutionsFremont, CAFull timeOur advanced optical, mechanical, electrical, and software design capabilities support the evolving needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks across telecom, datacom, hyperscale datacenters, artificial intelligence, and supercomputing. Develop and maintain test methods for LIV, wavelength/spectrum, kink detection, RIN PSD, far-field divergence, and back-reflection sensitivity across temperature for III-V edge-emitter lasers (EEL), as well as in fiber-coupled packages.
Sr Process Engineer - Optical Solutions R&D (Sealing) MolexSr Process Engineer - Optical Solutions R&D (Sealing)Fremont, CAFull timeMolex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry, delivering high-performance, field-proven optical solutions spanning components, modules, and fully integrated line cards. The position requires close collaboration with R&D and product design teams, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers to ensure product components meet stringent optical, mechanical, and Telcordia reliability requirements.
Laser Component Engineer - Optical Solutions R&D MolexLaser Component Engineer - Optical Solutions R&DFremont, CAFull timeMolex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry, delivering high-performance, field-proven optical solutions spanning components, modules, and fully integrated line cards. The position requires close collaboration with R&D and product design teams, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers to ensure laser components meet stringent optical, mechanical, and Telcordia reliability requirements.
Photonics Characterization Engineer - Optical Solutions MolexPhotonics Characterization Engineer - Optical SolutionsFremont, CAFull timeOur advanced optical, mechanical, electrical, and software design capabilities support the evolving needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks across telecom, datacom, hyperscale datacenters, artificial intelligence, and supercomputing. The Photonics Characterization Engineer will build physics-based and data-driven models to explain kink behavior, noise, wavelength locking, thermal effects, and coupling sensitivity to supports design improvements and risk reduction.
Lead System Application Engineer (Optical) LumilensLead System Application Engineer (Optical)San Jose, CaliforniaThe ideal candidate brings deep expertise in optical transceiver operation, DSP configuration, and AI switch architectures—and thrives at the intersection of applications engineering, customer support, and system integration. We are seeking a highly skilled System Application Engineer (Optical) to support next‑generation AI networking platforms and high‑speed optical interconnects.
Systems Applications Engineer - Optical LumilensSystems Applications Engineer - OpticalSan Jose, CaliforniaThe ideal candidate brings deep expertise in optical transceiver operation, DSP configuration, and AI switch architectures—and thrives at the intersection of applications engineering, customer support, and system integration. Proven ability to partner with customers and internal teams to map emerging AI workloads to next‑generation optical and interconnect technologies, influencing roadmaps and design wins.
Optical Test Engineer LumilensOptical Test EngineerSan Jose, CaliforniaYou’ll work closely with optical design, hardware, and manufacturing teams to perform calibration, characterization, and troubleshooting of next-generation photonics technologies that will power tomorrow’s AI and HPC infrastructure. Hands-on experience with optical test instruments (e.g., optical spectrum analyzers, power meters, polarization controllers, bit-error-rate testers).