Senior Optical Engineer Jobs

Explore Senior Optical Engineer opportunities with organizations developing advanced optical and photonic technologies. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including positions focused on optical design, imaging systems, lasers, and precision instrumentation.

What Senior Optical Engineers Do

Senior Optical Engineers design, analyze, test, and refine optical systems and components. Their work may span lenses, cameras, sensors, lasers, fiber-optic systems, imaging instruments, and optoelectronic devices. They often use optical modeling and simulation tools, guide prototype development, interpret test results, and collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to bring products from concept to production.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in optical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, or a related technical field, along with substantial experience developing optical systems. Relevant skills may include optical design and analysis, imaging and illumination, tolerance analysis, metrology, laboratory testing, laser safety, and familiarity with tools such as Zemax OpticStudio or CODE V. Senior roles may also call for technical leadership, clear communication, and experience mentoring engineers or coordinating cross-functional projects.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Senior Optical Engineers work across aerospace and defense, medical devices, semiconductors, telecommunications, consumer electronics, scientific instrumentation, and photonics. Depending on the employer, roles may emphasize research and development, product engineering, systems integration, manufacturing support, or technical program leadership. Browse opportunities to find positions aligned with your specialties, experience, and career goals.

Find Senior Optical Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search vetted Senior Optical Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and discover professional positions where your optical engineering expertise can make an impact.

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$115K - $148K *

Lead the charge in optimizing 3D print performance through multi-disciplinary problem solving, ensuring customer-focused enhancements and innovative methodologies while driving impactful solutions acr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $148K *

Unlock innovative solutions to enhance 3D printing performance, driving cross-disciplinary problem solving and customer-centered optimization. Collaborate with a passionate team to define methodologie...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $148K *

Unlock innovation by leading multidisciplinary efforts to optimize 3D printing performance, drive customer-focused solutions, and enhance product capabilities through rigorous testing and problem-solv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $230K *

Explore cutting-edge technology as a Principal Engineer, driving the development of next-gen CMOS Image Sensors. Collaborate with teams to innovate and analyze solutions that shape product evolution a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative embedded hardware solutions for advanced electro-optical systems. Oversee design, development, and debugging of circuit boards, ensuring high performance in defense and public safe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $164K *

Lead the design and implementation of high-performance analog circuits. Engage in cross-functional collaboration to optimize signal chains and ensure product lifecycle from concept to production while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Support client interactions by leading technical discussions, conducting live demos, and driving failure analysis. Leverage your expertise in hardware and optics to enhance product feedback and ensure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $154K *

Develop opto-mechanical systems for cutting-edge optical interconnects, addressing complex design challenges. Engage in product development, automation, and cross-functional collaboration to drive inn...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$220K - $260K *

Elevate the perception capabilities of our innovative products by owning the architecture and quality of the perception system. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable performance in challenging con...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovative engineering projects that leverage AI and complex data to create impactful product experiences. Collaborate with teams and customers to shape solutions, ensuring high-quality delivery...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $162K *

Advance the development of electro-optical infrared models and algorithms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize high-fidelity simulations that enhance tactical performance assessment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $162K *

Shape the future of optical engineering by designing and analyzing advanced imaging systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-performance optical solutions for critical aerospac...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in optical module firmware validation. Leverage your analytical and hands-on lab expertise to ensure quality and efficiency while collaborating across teams using...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$92K - $114K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement. Serve as a subject matter expert in quality systems, audits, and process enhancements to dri...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $114K *

Champion the development and enhancement of our Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate across teams to lead audits, investigations...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $150K *

Transform your career as you support the development of cutting-edge quantum technologies in electro-optical systems. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance EO applications through modeling, ana...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $225K *

Innovate cutting-edge product designs by collaborating cross-functionally, leveraging 5+ years of mechatronic expertise to transform concepts into functional prototypes and drive advancements in 3D pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $135K *

Transform your career by leading equipment engineering projects in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production capabilities and drive innovation...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$193K - $265K *

Join a team that's transforming mechanical engineering for cryogenic systems. Lead the design and delivery of precision assemblies, scale the engineering organization, and drive innovative product dev...

Coquitlam, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $160K *

Join a team that drives the digital design and verification of cutting-edge image sensor and SoC systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, enhance design efficiency, and ensure robust validati...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Engage in the design and verification of image sensor controls, high-speed interfaces, and full-chip integration. Collaborate on FPGA development while ensuring robust documentation and chip validatio...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $225K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by enhancing processes and collaborating cross-functionally. Drive improvements in production lines and tooling while ensuring quality and efficiency in product devel...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in optimizing precision laser and optical systems for cutting-edge quantum computing projects. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and drive hi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower customer success by providing expert technical support and training. Collaborate with R&D to enhance product development and ensure seamless customer interactions through effective troubleshoo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology by developing cutting-edge analog and mixed-signal electronics. Collaborate closely with senior engineers while gaining hands-on experience with...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Optical Engineer do?question toggle

    A Senior Optical Engineer designs, models, tests, and improves optical systems and components, such as lenses, imaging devices, lasers, sensors, and photonic systems. The role may also involve technical leadership and collaboration across engineering and product teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Senior Optical Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer, but many positions seek a degree in optical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, or a related discipline, plus significant experience with optical design, analysis, testing, and measurement.

  • Which industries hire Senior Optical Engineers?question toggle

    Common employers are found in aerospace and defense, medical technology, semiconductors, telecommunications, consumer electronics, photonics, and scientific instrumentation.

  • What skills are useful for Senior Optical Engineers?question toggle

    Useful skills include optical modeling, lens and imaging design, tolerance analysis, metrology, laboratory testing, laser safety, and experience with optical design software. Senior positions may also require project leadership and cross-functional communication.

  • What salary range can I expect for a Senior Optical Engineer job on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Actual compensation depends on factors such as location, experience, industry, and role responsibilities; review individual listings for details.