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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$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in payload integration and systems engineering for high-altitude platforms, overseeing the entire lifecycle from design to deployment, ensuring technical excellence and cross-functiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $230K *

Drive reliability and qualification of optical transceivers, collaborating with vendors and teams to manage testing, execute failure analysis, and enforce industry standards, ensuring optimal product...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $200K *

Make your mark by leading Power Platform development, guiding architecture for the U.S. Coast Guard. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data asset value, ensure quality governance, and meet stra...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Innovate product development processes by leading cross-functional teams to drive quality and reliability improvements. Mentor engineers, implement testing strategies, and troubleshoot technical chall...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Drive global demand generation strategies across SEM, paid social, and marketing automation. Lead a talented team to optimize performance and collaborate cross-functionally to align marketing efforts...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize additive manufacturing processes and drive new product introduction with innovative design solutions and seamless project management to meet client specifications and quality standards in a d...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $300K *

Advance your career by leading the design and reliability of semiconductor lasers, driving innovations through collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, and suppliers to meet exacting performance standar...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the design and development of advanced laser systems for cutting-edge quantum technologies. Collaborate across disciplines while mentoring engineers and shaping the future...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $110K *

Drive the design and development of innovative interior trim components and systems. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality, luxury automotive interiors on time, focusing on performance, saf...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $207K *

Grow your expertise as a hands-on engineering leader driving innovative microcircuit assembly technologies and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance NPI initiatives, tackling c...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Drive the design and deployment of cutting-edge electrical test hardware, collaborating across teams to create robust test systems that enhance operational efficiency and reliability throughout the ha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$157K - $212K *

Innovate and scale AWS networks by building testing solutions for optical systems, collaborating across teams to design and implement efficient interconnect frameworks that improve performance, reliab...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic start-up team focused on analog and mixed-signal circuit design for innovative photonic modules. Collaborate across disciplines and tackle complex design challenges fro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Innovate in photonics fabrication by transforming device concepts into optimized, high-yield processes. Collaborate effectively across design, testing, and metrology to enhance performance and manufac...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the strategic vision for wafer test coverage, driving initiatives to enhance yield, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize design-for-test methodologies and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design of cutting-edge optical transceivers, ensuring integration and collaboration across teams. Lead mechanical aspects from concept to production, leveraging advanced engineering expertis...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $135K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading manufacturing process design, optimization, and improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, ensure quality, and dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Transform the manufacturing landscape by leading cutting-edge automation projects, driving process innovation, and collaborating across teams to streamline product development, from concept to full-sc...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $153K *

Drive the design and development of high-performance FPGA systems in various applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet technical requirements and enhance product capabilities whi...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Innovate embedded firmware for cutting-edge hardware products while collaborating across teams. Design efficient solutions, conduct tests, and ensure impactful deliveries, enhancing ocean technology a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of innovative PIC packaging and assembly processes, leading customer projects and collaborating with engineers to optimize designs for manufacturability and seamless integration in phot...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Innovate growth by identifying new markets, forging partnerships, and expanding revenue streams. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver tailored solutions while building and maintaining key custome...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of photonic design tools, driving product strategy and roadmap decisions based on customer insights, market trends, and technical feasibility to enhance simulatio...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $230K *

Architect innovative AI-driven IP Lifecycle Management and Quality Assurance platforms. Lead the development of scalable, user-friendly systems to revolutionize IP management and ensure seamless integ...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.