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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$95K - $115K *

Lead innovative packaging design initiatives, translating strategic direction into impactful solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver on brand and consumer objectives acros...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $150K *

Champion growth strategies to drive business expansion through innovative online and offline experiments. Leverage your expertise to own initiatives, optimize budgets, and deliver measurable results i...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $144K *

Shape the future of building automation systems as a Lead Systems Engineer, driving project leadership in complex BAS and EPMS designs for data centers. Collaborate with teams, manage resources, and e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving B2B sales for surgical solutions, fostering client relationships, utilizing consultative selling, and collaborating with teams to enhance surgical practices' performance na...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Support the delivery of high-quality radiation therapy through collaboration and oversight of radiation safety measures and procedures, ensuring effective implementation of policies for oncology servi...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$143K - $196K *

Drive market strategy and insights for innovative healthcare solutions, collaborating cross-functionally to optimize product portfolios and identify growth opportunities, while utilizing data-driven i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$228K - $298K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of secure cloud solutions for the U.S. Intelligence Community. Lead product vision and strategy, providing modern collaboration tools in highly restricted environ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $190K *

Empower global communication by delivering software projects, managing risks, and collaborating with engineering teams. Leverage your expertise in project management and Agile methodologies to drive o...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $178K *

Pioneer a comprehensive Computer System Validation strategy across GxP systems. Collaborate with Quality and IT to drive compliance and data integrity while enhancing efficiency in validation processe...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $220K *

Shape the future of engineering by enabling seamless execution of key initiatives. Collaborate with leadership and teams to tackle challenges, streamline processes, and drive strategic projects that e...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $155K *

Drive regional product strategies by coordinating field support, competitive response, and market intelligence for a leading analytical instrumentation line, enhancing sales efforts and customer satis...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing global sourcing strategies for machines and components, driving supplier negotiations and category management while ensuring operational excellence across multiple region...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $166K *

Champion the creation of robust Salesforce solutions while guiding a skilled product team. Lead architectural decisions, ensure code quality, and drive testing strategies to deliver high-impact result...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $327K *

Drive enterprise semantic modeling and knowledge engineering to enhance AI, data analytics, and interoperability across workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build, govern, and utilize...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $275K *

Transform security practices by engineering resilient systems that protect vast-scale AI infrastructures. Collaborate across teams to create automated security solutions, ensuring optimal integrity an...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of security by building robust authentication and authorization systems. Lead the design and implementation of security features that enhance developer experience while maintaining sa...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Create and lead a new AI-driven engineering practice, ensuring high-quality delivery of next-gen software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate standards and optimize performance in re...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $137K *

Empower operations by ensuring data integrity for market systems. Partner to verify service reservations and regulatory compliance while providing analytical insights to enhance stakeholder engagement...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $146K *

Shape the future of scalable Salesforce solutions by leading technical initiatives, designing robust applications, and mentoring a high-performing team in a collaborative environment that values innov...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $146K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable Salesforce solutions, utilizing Apex, LWC, and Flow to drive business value. Lead technical initiatives and ensure solutions ar...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$57K - $108K *

Unlock potential by joining a team dedicated to optimizing semiconductor manufacturing systems through expert field service support, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced electrom...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $103K *

Join a dynamic team where you will drive service excellence and customer satisfaction while mastering equipment support, installation, and maintenance in the healthcare technology space. Build partner...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $129K *

Join a team supporting customs and trade compliance operations to ensure proper import/export documentation, HTS classification, and regulatory adherence while coordinating with logistics and procurem...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $287K *

Engineer innovative profiling tools within the Developer Tools team, leading the design and development of features that streamline performance data collection and visualization in complex cloud and c...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $287K *

Transform user experiences by designing and developing advanced profiling tools for cloud environments, enhancing performance analysis and visualization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and dr...

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Reposted 3 weeks 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.