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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$150K - $190K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with sales teams to deliver tailored security solutions, educate customers, and drive engagements that address complex challenges in cybersecurity while particip...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $240K *

Shape the future of AI-driven health guidance by defining and building the core Digital Twin intelligence system. Collaborate across teams to create scalable solutions for personalized health interact...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $159K *

Lead analytical development and quality control for clinical assets, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in regulatory submissions and stability progr...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $162K *

Optimize design processes by creating and maintaining detailed wire harness and electrical product designs. Collaborate with teams to analyze discrepancies and contribute to integrated design solution...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $287K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge agent-side systems for GPU health monitoring, telemetry, and observability, while enhancing the reliability of NVIDIA's GPU fleet and collaborating across te...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by overseeing the execution of large-scale projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams while nurturing client relationships to deliver customized engineering solutions that ma...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $165K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing software engineering with cutting-edge AI tools. As a senior leader, drive innovation and standards while mentoring the engineering team for optimal performance and...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving healthcare innovation through exceptional laboratory sales expertise. Collaborate with professionals to expand our Specialty Diagnostics portfolio and enhance c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $205K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative substation solutions, ensuring project success through technical expertise in commissioning and protection systems. This senior role requires collaboration acr...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $135K *

Shape operational excellence in incident management, driving swift resolutions across networks, while coordinating high-stakes incidents and ensuring SLA compliance globally, enabling seamless connect...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$128K - $185K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic initiatives through data analysis, market research, and project support. Collaborate across teams to enhance growth opportunities while managing the diligence pro...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Advance our pre-sales efforts as a Solutions Engineer, driving technical discovery, custom demos, and proof of value execution to ensure enterprise clients understand the ROI of our AI platform and ho...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $171K *

Lead product optimization efforts by enhancing data integrity, pricing governance, and collaboration across teams, driving profitable growth and improved decision-making for commercial systems...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading complex pre-sales engagements and architecture solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally while mentoring and creating essential resources for the SE team, as you shape the...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $114K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative research in disaster finance and resilience. Collaborate with a dynamic team to influence sustainable solutions and drive impactful decision-making for communiti...

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6 days ago

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

$400K - $450K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing sales team to engage F500 executives, driving complex sales cycles and fostering deep relationships to maximize revenue growth in the enterprise sector...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that drives growth by cultivating strong global relationships with key accounts and OEM partners. You'll play a vital role in enhancing customer engagement and collaborating across functio...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in building long-term relationships with global accounts and OEM partners while identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences and drive sal...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion strategic account management by nurturing relationships and driving growth initiatives for key global accounts. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experience and exceed sales target...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Drive your career as a technical lead, shaping scalable SaaS products while enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability through innovative technologies in a collaborative environment. Join us to ma...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape technical sales strategies by leveraging your engineering expertise to showcase our innovative observability solutions, influence prospective clients, and drive successful sales outcomes through...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate your impact as you take ownership of a production-grade AI platform, drive automation projects, and ensure governance across diverse business units, collaborating closely with leadership on...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $177K *

Shape the future of finance by supporting contract compliance and performance. Leverage your expertise in project control, data analysis, and customer relations in a dynamic team environment that driv...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $124K *

Join us in modernizing our data platforms! You’ll drive innovation using technologies like PySpark and Databricks in an agile environment, empowering teams to deliver high-performance solutions aligne...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to define and execute innovative go-to-market strategies, lead a high-performing team, and drive industry-specific messaging and positioning that resonates with customers across multip...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.