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.
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.
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.
Engineering Manager, Web Application Discovery
$225K - $265K *
Drive the growth of an engineering team focused on web application discovery, leading strategy and execution in a complex environment. Mentor engineers while ensuring high-quality deliverables and fos...
6 days ago
Senior Posterior Consumables Specialist
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in driving sales growth and customer satisfaction in the surgical market. Collaborate with teams to protect existing accounts and develop new business opportunities while adhering to i...
4 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Advance your career by developing electrical schematics for railway vehicles, leading design protocols, and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive technical excellence...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform product development by leading innovative projects, improving processes, and ensuring communication and resource allocation impact product success while managing customer needs and technical...
2 weeks ago
Software Engineer 5 - TV Client Foundations
$388K - $500K+*
Shape the future of TV experiences by designing performance-driven UI architectures, collaborating across teams to enhance developer efficiency and scalability, while delighting millions on various de...
2 weeks ago
Lead Automation Engineer- Medical Imaging
$123K - $184K *
Drive innovation in test automation strategy for Imaging Suite portfolio, setting technical direction, improving CI/CD processes, and advancing quality engineering through a hands-on approach and effe...
4 days ago
$102K - $195K *
Explore your potential as a Power Subsystems Engineer, collaborating with diverse teams to design innovative spacecraft power architectures and elevate mission capabilities across various environments...
2 weeks ago
Senior Embedded Engineer- Developer Experience
$130K - $179K *
Unlock potential by owning the developer experience on our satellite network, seamlessly integrating new hardware and optimizing firmware interactions. Lead efforts in automated testing and community...
3 weeks ago
Analog Mixed-Signal Circuit Design Engineer (Remote)
$115K - $170K *
Shape the future of advanced integrated voltage regulators, enhancing cutting-edge technology applications through innovative analog and mixed-signal design while collaborating cross-functionally to m...
2 weeks ago
Senior Power Systems Analysis Engineer - REMOTE WORK
$99K - $185K *
Unlock your potential by leading electrical power systems analysis projects, supporting heavy industrial engineering, and mentoring junior engineers while driving business development initiatives in a...
4 weeks ago
Director of Engineering, See & Scout
$213K - $378K *
Drive innovation as a key leader, shaping the vision for cloud-based agricultural intelligence. Build a high-performing team, architect scalable data systems, and collaborate across sectors to deliver...
1 week ago
Engineering Technical Program Manager
$110K - $130K *
Champion the development and execution of engineering initiatives, guiding cross-functional teams from concept to deployment while ensuring compliance, scalability, and risk management throughout the...
1 week ago
Senior Parts and Reliability Engineer
$120K - $200K *
Champion parts engineering and reliability assurance for space missions. Lead selection, qualification, and reliability analysis of components, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure miss...
5 days ago
Project Engineer - Design Team Lead (Remote)
$82K - $134K *
Drive a high-performing design team, ensuring effective workload management and continuous improvement across engineering disciplines while fostering team member development and successful project exe...
1 week ago
$84K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team as you provide technical support and guidance to customers on FPGA design. Collaborate with sales teams, enhance customer relationships, and promote cutting-edge technology solutio...
3 weeks ago
$84K - $170K *
Partner with us to provide technical expertise that drives innovation and supports customer success through efficient design solutions and relationship-building in the electronics industry...
1 week ago
Electrical & Controls Engineer
$75K - $90K *
Elevate your career by leading controls design and engineering for cutting-edge HVAC systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while driving innovative solutions and providing expert support in...
6 days ago
Electrical & Controls Engineer
$75K - $90K *
Design and develop advanced controls for HVAC and air-handling systems, ensuring efficiency and reliability across critical operations. Collaborate on innovative projects with R&D, providing technical...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion innovative fire protection engineering solutions by ensuring compliance with global standards and codes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance fire protection in Battery Energy S...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join us to drive innovative and user-centered designs across various platforms. You will simplify complex experiences and enhance design systems while collaborating closely with engineering and produc...
1 week ago
Staff / Senior Staff Engineer, AI Products
$150K - $180K *
Engineer innovative security solutions as a technical leader, tackling complex challenges and overseeing product development while mentoring colleagues. Shape the future of our systems, combining tech...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's enhancing healthcare delivery through cutting-edge IT solutions. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement secure, efficient systems while ensuring compliance and facil...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Tooling Manufacturing Engineer
$85K - $100K *
Optimize tooling availability and performance by collaborating closely with engineering and production teams. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, manage tooling repairs, spare components, and en...
2 weeks ago
Senior/Principal Systems Engineer- Space Remote Sensing, Onsite
$117K - $235K *
Join a dynamic team to shape the future of space remote sensing systems through innovative design, engineering, and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams for cutting-edge payload development...
4 days ago
Software Engineer (L7) - Application Networking
$500K+*
Unlock your potential as a Group Tech Lead, driving multi-year technical strategy and innovations in application networking, impacting consumer and enterprise traffic across diverse business verticals...
1 week ago
What does an Optical Engineer do?
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?
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?
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.