Optical Engineer Jobs

Discover high-paying Optical Engineer jobs on Ladders. If you're an expert in developing optical systems and components, this is the category for you.

What is an Optical Engineer?

Optical Engineers are professionals who apply the principles of optics to design, create, and improve optical systems and devices. Their work can include research and development in areas such as optical sensors, lasers, and imaging systems.

What are the skills required for an Optical Engineer?

The skills required for Optical Engineers include optical system design, problem-solving, research and development expertise, knowledge of optical software, and a deep understanding of physical sciences and mathematics.

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$90K - $130K *

Drive end-to-end service delivery model design, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and operational readiness across product lifecycles in a dynamic and innovative environment...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $138K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of biotech sales, driving growth and innovation in research microscopy solutions through strategic partnerships and customer engagement...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Drive the strategy and development of integrated experiences, enhancing user workflows across applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product alignment with market needs and cu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $183K *

Advocate for innovative mixed-signal design, leading static timing analysis and verification for advanced systems. Collaborate in a dynamic team to optimize performance and enhance methodologies, driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$83K - $133K *

Lead the successful delivery of imaging system installation projects across Arizona, ensuring expert coordination and customer satisfaction by managing project execution, collaborating with teams, and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$116K - $145K *

Optimize supplier quality processes and team competencies, driving proactive quality improvements and audits, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while managing quality escapes and technical guida...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$224K - $356K *

Empower a dynamic team in building scalable GPU infrastructure. Lead operations and automation for Kubernetes environments, enhancing production readiness and driving engineering excellence through co...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $134K *

Engage in comprehensive distribution engineering projects, supporting utility design processes and infrastructure improvements. Utilize engineering principles to develop efficient solutions and ensure...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $200K *

Bring your expertise to define and deliver innovative server platforms for AI workloads, driving architecture and design from concept to validation, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading our security efforts, shaping policies and programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate security across all technology layers, driving proactive solutions to safeg...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $150K *

Collaborate with sales and technical teams to identify opportunities, translate customer needs into design requirements, and launch new products effectively, ensuring alignment with market trends and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic Engineering Team to bridge market insights and technical expertise, ensuring product safety and design excellence while collaborating closely with sales and distribution partners across...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $109K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity compliance across complex systems. As a GRC Engineer, drive the implementation of CMMC requirements and risk management while collaborating with cross-functi...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of defense technology, delivering expert-level support. In this role, you will lead complex technical solutions, provide impactful training, and strengthen customer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform marketplace dynamics by building pricing algorithms and models. Partner across teams to leverage your software engineering and analytical skills, driving impactful solutions that enhance our...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $250K *

Shape the future of technology by leading architecture design for robust applications and data platforms utilizing .NET, React, and Python. Guide teams while ensuring secure and scalable solutions acr...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $205K *

Lead a skilled team to tackle complex electrical engineering projects, ensuring the successful delivery of multi-discipline solutions that meet all technical and client requirements while fostering te...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$141K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing high-performing data engineering teams and deliver innovative data capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive insights and enhance customer outcomes across a gl...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $125K *

Contribute to the design and management of infrastructure solutions to enhance system reliability, optimize performance, and automate processes, while collaborating with development teams for best pra...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's redefining orthodontic efficiency by advising practices on optimizing performance and driving operational excellence. Leverage data to help clients achieve success and integrate inn...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $215K *

Shape innovative security solutions by leading cross-functional projects, driving insights into product development, and advising stakeholders across all levels to enhance operational effectiveness an...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the evolution of enterprise data as you manage data ecosystems, drive governance, and shape innovative strategies using AI analytics. Lead a talented team while ensuring data integrity and de...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leveraging deep scientific expertise and technical skills to partner with customers, ensuring the delivery of complex SaaS solutions while driving integration and data architecture...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $104K *

Advance your engineering skills by collaborating on diverse low voltage projects, producing essential documents, and working with a dynamic team. Benefit from mentorship to enhance design capabilities...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $150K *

Transform communications infrastructure by leading modernization, enhancing reliability, and driving architectural strategies within a multi-cloud environment for mission-critical platforms...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Optical Engineer do?question toggle

    Optical Engineers utilize the principles of optics to research, develop, and improve optical systems and equipment. This can encompass a wide range of applications, from medical devices and telecommunications equipment to aerospace systems and more.

  • What qualifications do you need to be an Optical Engineer?question toggle

    Most Optical Engineer roles require at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as physics or electrical engineering. However, many high-paying Optical Engineer jobs may require a master's degree or Ph.D., along with professional experience in the field.

  • What is the salary range for Optical Engineers?question toggle

    Salary can vary greatly depending upon factors like geographic location, size of the company, and level of experience. However, at Ladders, we host Optical Engineer jobs that offer salaries of $100000 or more.