Senior Engineer, Software Engineering ComriseSenior Engineer, Software EngineeringSan Jose, CA$70–$75 / hourFull timeThis role requires a strong understanding of system-level verification, including analyzing requirements, creating detailed test cases, defining test protocols, executing manual and automated tests, documenting results, and troubleshooting defects through root-cause analysis. Collaboration with engineering, quality, and project teams is essential to align testing activities, communicate timelines and results, and continuously improve test methods and overall product quality.
NewAssociate/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.
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.
Associate/Senior Optical Engineer, R&D Arcadia ScienceAssociate/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.
Senior Optical Engineer - Optical Solutions MolexSenior Optical Engineer - Optical SolutionsFremont, 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. The ideal candidate will work within a dynamic, cross-functional team - including product line management, electrical, mechanical, optical, and systems R&D, test and automation, and manufacturing, etc.
Staff Optical Engineer Veeco Instruments IncStaff Optical EngineerSan Jose, CAFrom the smartphones in our pockets that access the world's collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us. We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience.
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 Aeva Technologies Inc.Optical EngineerMountain View, CA$132,000–$179,200 / yearWhat you'll be doing: Design and analyze optical systems, including developing optical architectures, evaluating tolerances, manufacturability, light budgets and other trade-offs. Within the range, the successful candidate's starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions.
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 III (E3) Applied Materials IncOptical Engineer III (E3)Santa Clara, CA$138,000–$190,000 / yearOur Engineered Optics team is creating new super thin (sub micron) optical surfaces based on nanometer-sized structures on transparent substrates (known as "metasurface based optics" or "flat optics"), which manipulate light in the deep sub wavelength domain and enable previously impossible capabilities. 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.
Optical Engineer NeuralinkOptical EngineerSouth San Francisco, CA$86,000–$143,000 / yearWe are responsible for all optical engineering aspects of Neuralink surgeries, which includes working on our surgical robotics, supporting operating room equipment, and manufacturing custom consumables. As we manufacture a significant portion of our hardware in-house, our core activities include bring-up testing, designing hardware acceptance testers, and overseeing manufacturing processes.
Senior Optical Engineer Lawrence Livermore National LaboratorySenior Optical EngineerLivermore, CA$175,530–$222,564 / yearAn employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow.
Optical Engineer OmnivisionOptical EngineerSanta Clara, California$120,600–$200,200 / yearOverview: 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. Actual pay will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant skills and experience, and the pay of employees in the similar role.
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 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.
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, Senior Staff MarvellOptical Engineer, Senior StaffSanta 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. The Optics team builds highly integrated component platforms with high speed Silicon photonics, transmit and receive amplifiers, controller ASIC's with Marvell DSP's.
Laser Electro-Optical Engineer / Scientist InertiaLaser Electro-Optical Engineer / ScientistLivermore, California$185,000–$275,000 / yearEmployment in this position is conditioned on the candidate’s eligibility for, obtaining and maintaining appropriate government authorization to access technology or information, to the extent required, including without limitation a security clearance, export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items technology or information. This position requires access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls, security classification and/or designation as Controlled Unclassified Information.
NewSensing System Hardware Optical Engineer Artech LLCSensing System Hardware Optical EngineerCupertino, CA$88–$88.81 / hourExperience with optical lab equipment such as power meters, spectrometers, cameras/detectors, oscilloscopes, and optical tables. Experience using Python, C/C++, C#, Matlab, or similar for lab equipment control, data collection, and data analysis.
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.
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 - 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.
Senior Optical Engineer Muon Space incSenior Optical EngineerMountain View, CA$166,000–$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. Perform comprehensive stray light analysis using FRED to quantify and mitigate out-of-field stray light, scatter, ghosting, and thermal self-emission across complex infrared optical assemblies.
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.
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.
Optical Engineer - Amplifiers MolexOptical Engineer - AmplifiersFremont, 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.
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.
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.
Principal Optical Engineer - Light Sources MarvellPrincipal 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.
Sr. Staff Optical Engineer (Optical Image, High Precision Lens, Code V) KLA CorporationSr. Staff Optical Engineer (Optical Image, High Precision Lens, Code V)Milpitas, CA$167,300–$284,400 / yearThis position is responsible for the complete design process of one or multiple optical subsystems to support BBP roadmap: Provide technical leadership by owning and investigating optical architecture and design options to find the best option through systematic trade off among different performance metrics as well as costs & schedule implications. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA's metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers.
Senior Software Engineer - Optical Transceiver Koch IncSenior Software Engineer - Optical TransceiverFremont, CA$140,000–$190,000 / yearSenior Software Engineer - Optical Transceiver - Fremont, California, United States - 188444 - Koch. Koch Engineered Solutions.
Staff Optical Engineer MarvellStaff Optical EngineerSanta Clara, CABachelor'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. Join a world-class team specializing in the design and validation of optical transceivers, where you'll contribute to the development of high-performance calibration techniques, advanced test methodologies, and robust infrastructure for cutting-edge optical communication modules.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Principal Optical Engineer Coherent CorpSenior 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.
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 Optical Engineer KLA CorporationSenior Optical EngineerMilpitas, CA$117,800–$200,300 / yearEnabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA's metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices.
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.
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.
Electro-Optical Engineer, Staff Lockheed Martin CorpElectro-Optical Engineer, StaffSunnyvale, CA$118,700–$209,300 / yearPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $118,700 - $209,300. Experience with Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) Worst Case Analysis, including stress and stability analysis to ensure design reliability under extreme environmental and operating conditions.
Senior Optical Engineer, XR GoogleSenior Optical Engineer, XRSan Jose, CAWe're building a future where lightweight XR devices like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences. Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a specialized field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP, etc.), or equivalent practical experience.
Optical Engineer Aeva, Inc.Optical EngineerMountain View, CAWhat you'll be doing: Design and analyze optical systems, including developing optical architectures, evaluating tolerances, manufacturability, light budgets and other trade-offs. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions.
Optical Transceiver Engineer Coherent CorpOptical 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.
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).
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.