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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$114K - $182K *

Drive innovation and growth within the IP Routing portfolio, focusing on AI integration for Service Providers. Shape market-driven roadmaps and engage stakeholders to unlock new business opportunities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$118K - $180K *

Engineer advanced controls systems for nuclear plants. Lead diverse projects, ensuring technical execution and compliance. Collaborate across teams for successful project completion and client satisfa...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $180K *

Lead the modernization of nuclear power plant control systems, managing projects and coordinating across disciplines. Apply your engineering expertise to enhance safety, efficiency, and innovation in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that designs and scales production-grade AI infrastructure, focusing on multi-cloud solutions. You'll enhance system reliability and security while driving automation in DevOps and enablin...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and coordination of protective relays. Utilize your expertise in power systems and relay settings to deliver technical solutions and ensure compliance with cl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$196K - $310K *

Engineer and lead HBM & LPDDR integration for advanced SoCs, overseeing full-stack performance and stability from silicon to product launch. Drive innovation in memory systems with cross-domain expert...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $139K *

Optimize technical support for government and commercial systems, driving customer satisfaction through remote and onsite assistance in a collaborative environment. Engage with diverse teams to ensure...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that drives analysis and project coordination, leveraging specialized knowledge to influence key initiatives, enhance performance, and support strategic objectives in a fast-paced, collabo...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Empower manufacturing excellence by supporting electrical engineering functions across multiple plants, solving technical challenges, and driving efficiency in food can production. Collaborate with te...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$224K - $356K *

Develop high-performance parallel numerical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead software projects, and optimize algorithms leveraging GPU acceleration. Shape the future of comp...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the product management organization, defining strategy and execution across multiple teams. Collaborate with engineering directors to innovate healthcare delivery through hands-on leadership, pro...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$499K - $500K+*

Elevate security measures by designing and developing crucial security protocols for content delivery systems, impacting Netflix's streaming services and infrastructure across the globe. Collaborate w...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$194K - $361K *

Champion the design and governance of semantic models and knowledge graphs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance AI and data capabilities, driving enterprise intelligence and interoper...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $130K *

Unlock potential by enhancing the VA.gov platform's front-end capabilities. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop, maintain, and optimize a React-based application framework servi...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of embedded software innovation, developing and maintaining critical software for spacecraft and ground systems. Your expertise will drive quality and reliability a...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading a generalist team focused on enhancing productivity through agentic systems. Take ownership of technical direction and mentor talent as you tackle...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that transforms workflows and internal tools through automation and AI. Collaborate closely with operators and engineers to streamline processes, enhance visibility, and improve decision-m...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $188K *

Shape the future of security operations by leading SOC Engineering to enhance telemetry, detection, and automation capabilities. Drive technical excellence, scalability, and strategic initiatives whil...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Leverage your expertise to advance cutting-edge OPIR data processing algorithms, collaborating with government and industry partners to enhance missile warning systems and remote sensing capabilities...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Unlock innovative AI-powered solutions by developing scalable back-end systems. You'll drive real-time infrastructure for Superhuman Mail and collaborate closely with teams to deliver exceptional user...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Develop and lead a team of Applications Engineers, overseeing complex technical engagements and driving customer adoption in digital pathology. Collaborate across functions to enhance solutions and en...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $128K *

Shape the future of enterprise customer support by providing technical and operational solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance product functionality and improve customer experience throug...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Optimize shipboard radar system development using MBSE principles and tools. Collaborate across teams to define requirements, ensure compliance with standards, and manage SETR documentation for succes...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Empower advanced security architecture across cloud and enterprise systems, driving threat modeling, conducting architecture reviews, and setting standards for secure design to protect sensitive healt...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $159K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving innovation in manufacturing through automation and continuous improvement. Provide technical leadership, develop strategies, and collaborate with cross-function...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.