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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$152K - $280K *

Drive the evolution of backend services, architecting robust ad systems that scale with over 20 billion events daily. Collaborate across teams to optimize performance and innovate monetization strateg...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Advance structural engineering solutions by designing and analyzing complex bridge projects. Collaborate on transformative infrastructure works, enhancing connectivity and community restoration with i...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Transform customer operations by providing expert technical leadership, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement insights within the aviation field, ensuring optimal maintenance and support for jet...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$213K - $263K *

Transform training experiences by designing comprehensive systems for evolving operational needs, utilizing cutting-edge simulation technology to enhance real-world applications and ensure role profic...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$184K - $356K *

Transform the cloud landscape by developing scalable solutions that support teams across diverse domains, enhancing productivity through automated systems and innovative infrastructure design...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of data and reporting products, ensuring alignment with business priorities while fostering cross-department collaboration and delivering high-quality solutions in a rapi...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$159K - $287K *

Shape the future of medical device partnerships by leading strategic initiatives, managing P&L, and fostering executive relationships to drive growth and operational excellence across global, regulate...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $193K *

Transform AI capabilities by designing scalable architectures for Generative AI solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, performance, and alignment with business outcomes while leveragi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $108K *

Partner with us to support surgical success by delivering clinical training and technical assistance for navigation technologies, enhancing procedural efficiency, and fostering relationships with medi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's architecting and customizing an enterprise AI search platform, engaging with clients to implement and enhance solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure impa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Partner with us to master financial analysis and modeling in cloud tech, driving strategic insights and planning for high-growth initiatives in GPU-as-a-Service offerings, ensuring data accuracy and e...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $218K *

Advance intelligent web experiences by developing applied AI solutions. Drive user-centric features leveraging generative AI in collaboration with product and engineering teams. Play a vital role in s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $147K *

Unlock potential by driving the development and integration of Salesforce solutions, managing technical aspects across multi-cloud environments, and ensuring quality through hands-on coding and mentor...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join our team to lead pre-sales technical efforts, ensuring seamless integration between IT and scientific teams. You'll manage RFP processes, scoping, and compliance reviews, while shaping a unified...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $192K *

Redefine the future of transmission design by leading projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with specifications for high-voltage lines. Collaborate directly with clients and enhance workf...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$244K - $409K *

Shape the future of technical sales leadership by guiding a team of managers in delivering exceptional solutions architecture. Elevate performance through strategic initiatives across a rapidly evolvi...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $295K *

Champion cutting-edge mechanical systems for data centers by leading design and analysis of liquid cooling technologies, ensuring operational excellence and reliability for critical infrastructures wh...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Transform the engineering recruitment landscape by partnering with leaders, shaping hiring strategies, and driving talent acquisition efforts to secure top-tier technical professionals in a competitiv...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $125K *

Lead strategic analysis initiatives and process improvements, optimizing efficiency while collaborating with stakeholders. Drive decision-making through comprehensive documentation and support project...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$124K - $183K *

Join a team that's redefining e-commerce through innovative backend solutions. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll lead architecture and systems design to enhance customer experiences and drive the t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $155K *

Champion your expertise to elevate our content marketing strategy. Own the editorial vision and drive comprehensive growth, ensuring nonprofits trust our platform as essential in their grant strategy...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $130K *

Manage and evolve technical solutions for cloud applications, ensuring alignment with stakeholder requirements and facilitating effective Agile methodologies while enhancing operational readiness and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by leading a team of engineers to develop advanced applications and AI agents, guiding projects from conception to deployment while ensuring quality, reliability, and...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Strategize procurement success by managing lab materials sourcing, enhancing team capabilities, and driving cost efficiencies. Shape operational excellence through forecasting, supplier relations, and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that drives strategic pursuits in federal environmental markets. Take ownership of opportunities from identification through proposal transition, fostering relationships and utilizing comp...

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3 weeks ago

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

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.