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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$145K - $170K *

Lead the charge in shaping our brand through engaging organic social strategies across key platforms, driving performance and innovation while mentoring a dynamic team to elevate the customer experien...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$335K - $368K *

Elevate enterprise solutions by leading a high-performing engineering team, enhancing customer engagement, and driving successful project rollouts through expert collaboration and strategic coaching i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $275K *

Grow and lead a high-performing team of technical solutions engineers by collaborating with sales and engineering teams to enhance enterprise customer engagements and drive successful project executio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $200K *

Join a team that transforms our Observability product with full-stack features, enhancing enterprise capabilities through Infrastructure-as-Code and integrations. Your contributions will impact large...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic engineering team as you lead innovative sustainable projects. Leverage your expertise to ensure quality, mentor others, and shape engineering solutions that positively impact communitie...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team supporting innovative space systems integration, overseeing engineering processes, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to deliver critical capabilities fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Champion operational excellence by leading field teams towards efficiency, tracking financial performance, and executing day-to-day operations while nurturing a culture of accountability and communica...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading operational excellence and driving efficiency in a dynamic environment. As a vital force in the organization, you will create structure, streamline processes, and support t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $228K *

Lead software engineering initiatives, focusing on comprehensive design, development, and testing of advanced applications, while mentoring junior team members and collaborating with stakeholders to m...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $160K *

Seeking a Senior Software Engineer to architect complex Salesforce solutions and multi-platform systems, driving innovation while optimizing performance and scalability in a collaborative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $260K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the wireless and IoT market by closing new business opportunities. As an Account Executive, you'll leverage your sales expertise to generate leads and elevate our...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $175K *

Engage with customers through scientific support in microscopy and cell analysis. Take ownership of training, product demos, and feedback to drive innovation. Collaborate within a dynamic team to enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $297K *

Help us support key business objectives by managing critical work streams and events. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance Market Access initiatives, optimize performance metrics, and dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's building innovative software solutions to streamline vendor security, enhance monetization processes, and drive customer engagement through impactful technology initiatives across m...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing identity systems for agents, crafting high-performance identity, authentication, and authorization infrastructures that ensure security and reliability across variou...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Deliver impactful analytics by building an experimentation framework, driving growth through data insights, and ensuring data quality across teams. Collaborate with product and engineering to create s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a vital role in developing cutting-edge cloud-based software solutions. Lead engineering teams, implement best practices, and enhance productivity while mentoring junior staff an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join our dynamic Network Engineering team to enhance and support our network infrastructure. You'll deploy, troubleshoot, and optimize LAN, WAN, and cloud networks while collaborating on innovative so...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$232K - $325K *

Lead the charge in architecting our iOS application to support 100M+ DAUs. Drive innovation in iOS development practices, mentoring engineers while optimizing performance and scalability to enhance th...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$168K - $270K *

Elevate your career by managing and optimizing GPU capacity in large-scale cloud computing. Lead initiatives to enhance infrastructure efficiency and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align r...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and supporting innovative contact center platforms, ensuring seamless communication and operational efficiency while aligning technology initiatives with business goals an...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead architecture and automation of scalable infrastructure for high-volume payment systems. Influence product and platform engineering while optimizing performance, reliability, and security in a sen...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Shape the future of enterprise learning solutions by empowering organizations through customer-focused sales engineering, ensuring alignment of technology with growth objectives and driving impactful...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building a global sales enablement function for our enterprise team. Drive strategic training initiatives, enhance technical fluency, and collaborate cross-departmentally to optimiz...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$176K - $221K *

Champion innovative program management by integrating AI-driven frameworks. Drive execution across complex initiatives while optimizing delivery pathways. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ac...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.