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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$118K - $180K *

Empower your career by overseeing the performance and reliability of electrical systems in power plants. This role integrates fieldwork, planning, and teamwork across diverse projects, ensuring optima...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Empower our clients by supporting the sustainment of Oracle Cloud applications. Drive effective migrations and resolve issues in a multitenant environment while collaborating with stakeholders to ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$400K - $500K *

Drive innovation by leading a large-scale engineering team focused on identity resolution and data platforms. Shape strategic roadmaps to enhance data capabilities while ensuring compliance and scalab...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Help us manage hyper-scale data center projects from design to construction, ensuring they meet quality, budget, and schedule requirements while leading collaborative teams across multiple disciplines...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$101K - $192K *

Innovate and extend a cutting-edge ETL solution for secure data transfer while collaborating with a dynamic cross-functional team. Own features end-to-end, ensuring reliability and success for federal...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $213K *

Lead regulatory initiatives and ensure compliance for nuclear projects, leveraging 5+ years of experience in licensing. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive complex projects and deliver effective d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$193K - $290K *

Champion the global strategy for neurology radiopharmaceuticals, driving asset development and market expansion. Collaborate across functions to ensure successful product lifecycle management and tack...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design, validate, and optimize scientific applications within NOAA's operational frameworks, leveraging advanced programming skills to enhance meteorologica...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $154K *

Drive product initiatives for claims reconciliation and payment systems. Collaborate across finance, engineering, and operations to enhance transaction accuracy and efficiency in healthcare, ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$224K - $356K *

Help us shape the future of AI benchmarking by leading and advancing AIPerf's core infrastructure. Oversee a talented engineering team to define standards for LLM performance across datacenter and edg...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$81K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing environmental health research through innovative data collection and analysis techniques. Take the lead in managing projects, equipment, and outreach efforts...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$189K - $236K *

Join a team that's transforming product engineering by scaling innovative software systems, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring delivery excellence. Lead in defining operational strategies and tech sta...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Transform operational efficiencies by leading cross-functional teams and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes, utilize analytics to inform decisions, and f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $129K *

Analyze and enhance control systems in nuclear power plants, managing projects from design to execution while collaborating with engineers and clients to ensure operational efficiency and safety acros...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $101K *

Shape the future of enterprise infrastructure! Join us to design, implement, and optimize core systems while providing technical support and enhancing operational efficiency in a dynamic, remote-first...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to architecting robust AI infrastructure for production systems. Leverage your expertise in distributed systems and performance engineering to solve complex problems and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead end-to-end feature development as a Senior Full-Stack Engineer. Own problem-solving from concept to deployment, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions across the stack while collaborating clos...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion the proposal development process, leading teams to deliver compelling, compliant responses for federal solicitations, while enhancing best practices and mentoring junior staff in a dynamic, r...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$183K - $263K *

Shape the future of ASIC packaging by leading signal and power integrity efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, ensuring design excellence and performance in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$175K - $205K *

Join a team that's transforming mental health care through solid engineering practices. Collaborate across diverse teams, lead complex initiatives, and mentor others while focusing on delivering impac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $121K *

Join a dynamic team overseeing site projects from conception to completion, driving optimization and ensuring compliance across design and engineering processes. Collaborate with interconnected teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $272K *

Drive complex enterprise engagements by leading discovery, solution design, and technical validation. Collaborate with Sales and customers to ensure effective implementation of cutting-edge video coll...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$248K - $310K *

Transform your leadership skills as you guide a team of Solutions Engineers in delivering innovative, AI-powered solutions that enhance customer success and drive organizational growth in a rapidly ev...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving excellence as a hands-on Software Engineering Team Manager, mentoring talent and ensuring top-tier ServiceNow implementations. Foster a high-performing culture while deliver...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $224K *

Optimize the design and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, ensuring operational integrity and seamless delivery of digital health solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance developer tooli...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.