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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$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of digital health by leading a comprehensive marketing strategy that drives revenue and builds a high-performing team across various marketing disciplines in a fast-growing environmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading the development and implementation of advanced PLC systems. As a key member of our automation team, you'll drive technical projects, mentor colleagues, and deliver innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in designing and building a robust Cluster management platform. Collaborate with distributed teams to enhance observability and optimize performance, utilizing Go and modern telemetry...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence in Oracle Fusion Application support, leading a dynamic team to enhance system performance across finance, supply chain, and manufacturing. Spearhead optimization with a s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K *

Lead the charge in delivering expert cloud support solutions. Utilize your technical expertise to tackle complex issues for strategic customers, mentoring junior engineers while enhancing operational...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$194K - $216K *

Lead a team of engineers to innovate scalable e-commerce solutions while mentoring talent and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $135K *

Join a forward-thinking team to provide expert technical support for medical imaging equipment. Tackle installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance, ensuring top operational standards while deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic design role focusing on low voltage systems. Collaborate with trade teams to produce innovative installation documentation, ensuring accuracy and quality while manag...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$186K - $232K *

Champion complex technical sales engagements while collaborating with enterprise teams to deliver data protection solutions. Lead technical discussions, support client presentations, and foster strong...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $232K *

Drive success by delivering tailored technical solutions for enterprise sales, collaborating closely with account executives to engage stakeholders and advance customer opportunities in data security...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$231K - $257K *

Drive enterprise sales success by delivering expert technical solutions for data security and management. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to promote adoption of cutting-edge technologies, enabli...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence through Lean and Six Sigma initiatives across global manufacturing and logistics. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance efficiency, develop KPIs, and implement best pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$231K - $257K *

Elevate customer success by driving enterprise sales engagements and delivering tailored technical solutions for modern data management and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower your future by leading a software engineering team focused on building and scaling identity and access management systems for a transformative digital experience in life insurance. Drive innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $111K *

Provide expert maintenance and support for medical imaging equipment, ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction across a healthcare system. Collaborate with teams and adhere to regulatory...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K *

Launch innovative engineering projects by developing plans and specifications. Collaborate with teams and coordinate efforts with consultants while ensuring quality control and compliance in key trans...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that transforms product management for innovative software solutions. Lead the evolution of legacy and cloud platforms, drive customer adoption, and enhance user experiences through strate...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engineer innovative field strategies to drive demand generation, optimize regional programs, and enhance partnerships. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful events that elevate brand pre...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $129K *

Engineer robust validation for innovative self-driving technologies, collaborating cross-functionally to develop test plans and automate testing. Ensure safety and reliability through detailed analysi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $120K *

Support cybersecurity operations by ensuring the security of critical SaaS products through monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management while collaborating across teams for operational...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of software engineering by leading Release Engineering, SecDevOps, and SRE functions. Define processes and strategy to improve reliability and velocity in a global team, ensuring soft...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of logistics by leading process design and optimization initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop scalable solutions that enhance operational excellence and drive custome...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $167K *

Transform healthcare analytics by leading data methodology, quality assurance, and analytics delivery. Collaborate with teams on feature requests while ensuring reliable metrics and performance-driven...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $166K *

Champion advanced AI innovation by designing and deploying large language model capabilities that drive transformation across a cloud-based analytics ecosystem, ensuring effective governance and perfo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $220K *

Innovate cutting-edge machine learning solutions leveraging extensive data lakes to enhance construction intelligence. Architect robust pipelines, manage data quality, and collaborate in an agile envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

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.