Senior Optical Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Find your next Senior Optical Engineer job through Ladders. Our platform hosts numerous high-paying job opportunities for professionals in the field. Senior Optical Engineers play a critical role in creating, designing, and improving optical devices including, but not limited to, lenses, telescopes, and microscopes.

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$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation in fiber optic communication by leading the design and development of high-speed transceivers, collaborating with engineering teams to address complex network switch connectivity chal...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and qualification of advanced fiber optic systems for high-speed communication networks, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance produc...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$149K - $214K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI technology. Join a global team to provide pre-sales support, drive design success, and build strong customer relationships for cutting-edge optical modules i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $200K *

The Optomechanical Engineer at Scout Space will lead the design and development of hardware systems for on-orbit perception and autonomy capabilities. This role involves creating detailed mechanical d...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $214K *

Pioneer innovation in pre-sales support, bridging technical needs with customer solutions. Collaborate globally to drive adoption of cutting-edge cloud modules in data centers and GPU clusters, enhanc...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$180K - $200K *

Elevate your career by influencing design wins with cutting-edge technology. Collaborate with leading hyperscaler customers to drive innovation and shape the future of data center connectivity in a ro...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$106K - $145K *

Drive innovation in healthcare through cutting-edge 3D software development, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance patient outcomes and refine new technologies in an agile environment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $185K *

Unlock potential by helping clients drive AI adoption and data governance. You'll guide stakeholders from concept to production, evangelizing impactful solutions and collecting insights to enhance pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate our regional service operations by leading a dedicated team of field service engineers to enhance customer satisfaction, drive revenue growth, and ensure compliance while delivering top-notch...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Unlock innovative biosignal solutions by leading algorithm development, enhancing machine learning tools, and engaging with stakeholders to improve health-related therapies in a collaborative remote t...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$97K - $155K *

Shape the future of optical procurement by developing commodity strategies, optimizing cost, mitigating risks, and ensuring supply continuity for critical components while influencing supplier partner...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $240K *

Engage in building innovative software solutions that enhance private markets investing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver quality projects, driving progress through effective communi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $287K *

Drive innovative machine learning solutions by leading cross-functional teams to deliver real-time safety insights from AI dash cameras, leveraging data from various sources to enhance fleet safety an...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$250K - $413K *

Join a team that's transforming A/V experiences by building scalable cloud-based encoding pipelines for diverse media assets, enhancing workflows, and supporting an evolving ecosystem with innovative...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize plasma processing systems in high-volume manufacturing. This role combines field service and engineering to enhance tool performance, drive yield improvements, and ensu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing quality programs for large-scale projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and continuous improvement. Mentor quality personnel and oversee inspections, doc...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $350K *

Optimize mission critical electrical power studies, leading a team to analyze short circuit, coordination, and arc flash assessments while enhancing internal capabilities and collaborating effectively...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform product operations by enhancing collaboration across teams and streamlining the launch processes. Utilize data-driven insights and AI to identify bottlenecks and drive efficiency, ensuring s...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$133K - $185K *

Transform your expertise into impactful product management for optical interconnects. Collaborate across teams on deployment architecture, testing strategies, and documentation, all while advancing hi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$115K - $207K *

Drive innovative mechanical and thermal design solutions in advanced liquid cooling systems while leading a skilled team. This role involves collaboration, technical leadership, and project management...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform quality assurance practices by designing and implementing innovative test automation frameworks, optimizing processes, and leading teams to enhance product reliability and scalability in a d...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team as you analyze and optimize silicon architectures for AR/VR applications, driving innovation in power management and performance to enhance user experiences while maintaining effic...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$196K - $310K *

Engineer and lead HBM & LPDDR integration for advanced SoCs, overseeing full-stack performance and stability from silicon to product launch. Drive innovation in memory systems with cross-domain expert...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Optical Engineer?question toggle

    Senior Optical Engineers develop and design optical systems and equipment. They are responsible for the conceptualizaton, design, testing and development of optical systems.

  • What qualifications are required to be a Senior Optical Engineer?question toggle

    Most Senior Optical Engineers hold a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Physics, Optics, or a related field. Experience in the field, analytical skills, and familiarity with optical design software are commonly required.

  • Why should I use Ladders for my Senior Optical Engineer job search?question toggle

    Ladders hosts vetted professional jobs that pay $100000 or more. We provide detailed job descriptions, application advice, and a wide list of opportunities across the U.S.A.