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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$191K - $212K *

Unlock potential by leading ASIC/FPGA design and development initiatives, leveraging extensive experience in engineering processes to enhance innovation and efficiency within multi-disciplinary teams...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $322K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative software programs that develop cutting-edge AI models. Collaborate across teams to drive effective engineering practices and deliver key business goals within...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Elevate your career by designing and enhancing web applications in an agile environment, utilizing your object-oriented programming expertise to deliver scalable solutions and support production opera...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the growth and direction of cross-functional engineering teams, guiding talent to achieve ambitious goals while ensuring robust data architecture and infrastructure, all in a collaborative, incl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the developer experience with innovative tools and surfaces. Contribute end-to-end in a core engineering role, focusing on impactful web and CLI features that delight users...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$168K - $322K *

Join a team that's leading software initiatives in AI. Drive cross-functional programs, guide agile processes, and enhance collaboration among engineering teams to elevate technological advancements i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $240K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of radar and wireless technologies. As a Principal Engineer, you will lead innovative projects, collaborate across disciplines, and ensure high-quality design and...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Deliver data-driven solutions as a Lead Engineer, Business Intelligence. Collaborate cross-functionally, architect scalable solutions, and mentor team members to optimize workflows and meet client obj...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $145K *

Transform the future of medical technology by designing software solutions that enhance device performance and ensure patient safety. Lead projects within a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with regu...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic Operations Emergency Response Team to stabilize and restore manufacturing operations across U.S. and Canada. This hands-on role requires urgent technical leadership in critical producti...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$159K - $209K *

Develop and maintain high-quality embedded software for spacecraft and ground systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software performance and reliability, mentor junior engineers...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $253K *

Champion enterprise networking solutions by collaborating with OEM partners to ensure seamless ASIC integration, debugging, and deployment while providing technical guidance and support throughout the...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of photonics, providing expertise in advanced optical technologies and high-speed communication solutions to enhance customer development projects and drive sales g...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Advance our GTM Systems & Tools team by architecting a high-performing revenue tech stack. Lead a skilled team to ensure seamless data flow, optimize workflows, and enable Marketing, Sales, and Custom...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $265K *

Elevate engineering productivity by optimizing workflows, driving strategic initiatives, and implementing metrics that enhance delivery speed and quality. Collaborate cross-functionally, fostering an...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $325K *

Transform customer incidents into actionable insights by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on operational resilience, incident response, and cross-functional collaboration for improved servic...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the validation of manufacturing processes and enhance production efficiency for medical device electronic hardware, focusing on quality and compliance...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $276K *

Shape innovative distributed storage systems by leading project teams and driving technology integration. Utilize advanced expertise to evaluate designs, mentor junior engineers, and impact product qu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $161K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by providing expert analysis, driving forecasts, and enabling executive decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial performance...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Innovate the next generation of high-performance Lustre capabilities, collaborating with senior engineers to optimize storage infrastructure through hands-on development, feature design, and scalabili...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $258K *

Drive innovative compiler solutions for cutting-edge technology by leading cross-functional teams. Manage software delivery processes from concept to execution, ensuring alignment across diverse techn...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $165K *

Support pharmaceutical and chemical projects by leading process design, scale-up, and optimization initiatives. Engage with clients and mentor junior engineers to deliver high-quality outputs aligning...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Strategize advanced silicon MMIC circuits design, testing, and verification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product lifecycle and specifications, ensuring innovation and technical...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$210K - $240K *

Transform strategic product partnerships that drive growth and enhance market value. Collaborate with Sales and Product teams to create scalable solutions, ensuring alignment with strategic goals for...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $322K *

Deliver exceptional customer quality support by establishing relationships, resolving issues, and leading cross-functional collaboration to enhance customer satisfaction and ensure product quality exc...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.