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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$195K - $352K *

Drive strategic legal guidance in debt and equity capital markets. Leverage 8+ years of experience to provide counsel on complex transactions, manage regulatory compliance, and collaborate with cross...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $120K *

Help us drive sales growth by providing technical support for pre- and post-sales opportunities. Collaborate closely with sales teams in the Greater Phoenix Area, delivering top-tier engineering solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Accelerate progress in field marketing by developing impactful programs and events that drive engagement within EMS, fire, and healthcare sectors, while collaborating with teams to enhance pipeline an...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $356K *

Optimize large-scale GPU cluster operations in a dynamic environment by leveraging automation and enhancing reliability while collaborating across teams to deliver robust infrastructure solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering outstanding technical support for aviation connectivity systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive conti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving regional revenue growth and expanding customer relationships. Lead sales execution while coaching representatives and partners to maximize performance and deliver exceptiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $379K *

Lead cross-functional teams to ensure readiness for AI data center product launches, overseeing all aspects from planning to execution while prioritizing quality and customer engagement for successful...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $198K *

Design innovative data curation and search applications to enhance ML data generation. Collaborate across teams to seamlessly integrate solutions, deliver impactful projects, and mentor junior enginee...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement intelligent automation and agentic workflows that enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation within a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading a dedicated pod, driving technical decisions, and integrating AI tools to enhance software delivery, ensuring quality outcomes for customers while foster...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $128K *

Contribute to robust cloud infrastructure design and support for production workloads, focusing on AWS and Kubernetes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, scalable, and compliant...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at new business generation through strategic solution selling. Engage senior-level executives to drive growth while managing your territory and client relationships, presenting inn...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $174K *

Transform the ML infrastructure as an engineer, enhancing performance and scalability. Collaborate with teams to accelerate machine learning innovation, driving impactful solutions in the production i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $230K *

Grow your expertise by leading global analyst relations, building crucial partnerships, and enhancing our narrative in a dynamic tech landscape while inspiring and managing a passionate team for impac...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower our supply chain operations by leveraging your expertise in Oracle EBS R12. This senior role focuses on enhancing order management, inventory, and shipping processes to drive efficiency and in...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Manage the import trade compliance program by classifying products, ensuring tariff accuracy, and overseeing audits. Collaborate with brokers and partners to maintain a compliant and efficient import...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$232K - $325K *

Empower engineering teams to innovate AI-assisted workflows, ensuring scalable, secure, and effective software development by aligning cross-functional strategies, driving organizational change, and p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $175K *

Unlock potential by improving our product through full-stack development, utilizing AI tools for efficiency. Work cross-functionally to enhance customer experience, ensuring releases meet real user ne...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $143K *

Grow your career by managing patent portfolios, drafting applications, and developing strategies while supporting inventors and clients in the dynamic fields of medical devices and software...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$60K - $143K *

Drive patent portfolio management and strategy for diverse medical device and software technologies. Collaborate with teams to draft applications and guide prosecution while pursuing elective growth i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $192K *

Innovate your career by leading the revenue automation and intelligence efforts. You'll optimize sales workflows and create seamless tools to enhance productivity and coaching, driving impactful insig...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$172K - $250K *

Bring your expertise to lead ecosystem enablement, fostering partnerships and delivering integrated solutions for critical infrastructure applications while collaborating with Product Management and E...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$187K - $237K *

Drive the future of insurance tech by architecting scalable systems that innovate underwriting and administration, leveraging AI for evolution in a greenfield environment with focus on complex policy...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$187K - $214K *

Elevate software delivery and team growth while providing technical leadership and shaping engineering culture. Drive multiple high-impact projects within a consultative environment, ensuring quality...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $125K *

Lead the charge in outbound pipeline generation by managing a dynamic BDR team while designing multi-channel strategies and optimizing tech tools to drive business growth and sales effectiveness...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.