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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$206K - $304K *

Shape human capital strategy by leading HR initiatives that align talent, culture, and workforce planning with business goals. Provide executive-level guidance to enhance organizational effectiveness...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative microgrid solutions, guiding engineering teams through project execution, from design to commissioning, ensuring performance standards align with operational nee...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$193K - $414K *

Drive the technical vision and strategy for critical cloud infrastructure. Lead multiple engineering teams to ensure high availability and performance of distributed networking services, while enhanci...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Pioneer advancements in oncology by leading global product development for late-stage radiopharmaceuticals. Collaborate across functions to meet objectives, manage risks, and ensure regulatory complia...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $193K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in healthcare technology by designing and developing reliable, scalable software solutions for infectious disease diagnostics. Collaborate across disciplines to i...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $280K *

Drive the growth of a high-performing engineering team focused on AI applications. Lead engineering efforts to deliver impactful, customer-ready solutions while fostering collaboration and efficiency...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $264K *

Reimagine validation of advanced clocking systems for SOC and GPU ASICs. Lead verification efforts from test planning to productization, addressing complex design challenges while collaborating across...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Take ownership of engineering excellence by leading a senior team in enhancing systems and architecture that support scalable financial transactions while ensuring compliance and quality in a fast-pac...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $196K *

Shape the future of global procurement by leading diverse teams to develop sourcing strategies, enhance supplier relations, and drive efficiency within Human Resource and Marketing Services. Make a si...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $127K *

Advocate for cloud innovation, optimizing client onboarding and IT deployment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective solution implementation across Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Linux environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Empower your career by leading AI engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions. Oversee modernization initiatives and enhance AI proficiency within a dynamic, integrated environment, driving perf...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales success by providing expert technical guidance and client solutions in the commercial real estate sector, enhancing workflows with an AI-first approach while collabo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team by leading technical architecture, enhancing system reliability, and driving scalable solutions that support rapid growth in a fast-paced fintech environment. Foster...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing OCI networking for hybrid cloud to ensure seamless connectivity across multi-cloud environments while adhering to Zero Trust principles and client require...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enterprise product management for core business applications, driving Salesforce implementation, optimizing systems integration, and ensuring compliance while fostering collaboratio...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $115K *

Champion innovative solutions by designing and optimizing computer vision models, collaborating across departments to drive impactful machine learning projects, and influencing technical direction to...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$272K - $431K *

Drive innovation by leading the development of cutting-edge AI infrastructure. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design robust cloud-native solutions, enhance Kubernetes management, and optimize depl...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $257K *

Accelerate results by leading technical support for channel partners, enhancing their business capabilities through tailored solutions, demonstrations, and training while driving strategic growth init...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$119K - $198K *

Inspire high-quality software development by designing, implementing, and guiding solutions for diverse stakeholders while leading junior team members in an agile environment...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $327K *

Drive innovative product development at the intersection of HPC and AI to enhance plasma physics and materials discovery, leveraging customer insights and engineering collaboration for impactful solut...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $345K *

Architect and elevate platform capabilities, enhancing developer experience and operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to build scalable systems and leverage AI tools for improved engineerin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $129K *

Drive innovation by leading engineering design projects that enhance instrumentation and control systems in energy facilities, ensuring efficiency, safety, and client satisfaction through collaboratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive software implementation success by managing testing, training, and deployment of automated systems. Collaborate with teams to tailor solutions, ensuring seamless integration and customer satisfa...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $137K *

Shape the future of structural engineering by leading design projects, ensuring sustainability and compliance with safety standards, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-qu...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $150K *

Transform enterprise AI capabilities by designing and operationalizing solutions that enable scalable adoption across various teams. Collaborate with architects and engineers to implement governance-c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.