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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$180K - $230K *

Join us to lead validation efforts that ensure our innovative products excel at both component and system levels, driving successful transitions from development to deployment while delivering high-pe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $220K *

Elevate your career as a Systems Analysis Engineer, driving advanced solutions across multitudes of domains including missile defense and autonomous vehicles. Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining component engineering for aerospace systems. Contribute your expertise to streamline processes, enhance compliance, and mentor junior engineers while supporting critical...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative construction solutions by leading the quality assurance processes and guiding a team of engineers in a dynamic environment focused on continuous i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $155K *

Transform high-volume semiconductor processes by utilizing PVD and EB evaporation expertise, leading continuous improvement projects, and mentoring teams to achieve optimal manufacturing performance a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$174K - $217K *

Join us to enhance quality and drive excellence in manufacturing processes. Lead cross-functional teams in developing and implementing quality management and improvement strategies, ensuring complianc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $204K *

Empower your career as a Principal Manufacturing Development Engineer, leading projects and driving improvements across value streams while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance manufacturing pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $165K *

Champion innovative electrical designs and enhance system integration while guiding a skilled team. Collaborate on architecture development and ensure robust circuit performance from concept to delive...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$124K - $231K *

Bring your expertise to designing and developing advanced analog/mixed-signal ICs for innovating IoT solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams while driving projects from conception to prod...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$186K - $250K *

Innovate the future of silicon photonics by leading the design of cutting-edge AI accelerator systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive hardware solutions from concept to production wh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$96K - $144K *

Drive the development of advanced IC layouts, collaborating across teams to ensure high performance in mixed-signal designs while utilizing your expertise in verification and optimization techniques f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $251K *

Empower your career by leading cross-functional teams to enhance product engineering, test strategies, and new product introductions. Drive improvements in manufacturing and quality while fostering co...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Lead the development of robust ML architectures for perception challenges in self-driving systems. Collaborate across teams to innovate, streamline processes, and drive productization of solutions for...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $130K *

Optimize your skills to advance machine learning architectures for robust perception systems. Collaborate across teams to tackle unique challenges in self-driving technology, paving the way for innova...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$189K - $260K *

Join us to lead a global engineering team focused on advanced chemical delivery systems. Drive innovation while collaborating with stakeholders to tackle complex engineering challenges and enhance pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Drive excellence in manufacturing processes for electro-optical components, ensuring quality control, optimizing production efficiency, and providing technical support to teams while maintaining detai...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $159K *

Lead the charge in successful product transitions to high-volume manufacturing, ensuring quality and alignment across teams while mentoring others and driving execution in a fast-paced environment wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of aerospace engineering by evaluating and improving photometric performance in military displays and lighting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and reliabili...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $205K *

Advance our display portfolio by leading product planning efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive market differentiation and effective strategies that enhance customer experiences, ensuring lo...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$168K - $230K *

Drive operational excellence by providing strategic leadership for a 24/7 optical manufacturing operation, aligning with business objectives while enhancing safety, quality, and cost-efficiency across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $158K *

Lead the design and innovation of cutting-edge 3D printing hardware systems, working closely with a dynamic team to push the boundaries of technology and elevate user experience...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$157K - $213K *

Champion innovative sensor designs for groundbreaking consumer electronics. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering challenges while ensuring manufacturability and readin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $275K *

Engage as a Senior Hardware Design Engineer to shape complex designs, lead cross-functional teams, and drive high-performance networking solutions from concept through production in a dynamic R&D envi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of supplier quality and program readiness by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring compliance with APQP/PPAP processes while supporting effective supplier eng...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovation in SSD technology, driving system design and firmware development while collaborating across functions to deliver exceptional performance and reliabil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.