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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$235K - $280K *

Shape the future of our product strategy by leading the execution across a core platform area. You’ll drive impact through user-centered design collaboration and strategic prioritization, ensuring ali...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $296K *

Engineer cutting-edge CPU microarchitectures, leading design from concept to implementation. Collaborate across teams to create energy-efficient solutions that meet the highest standards and push the...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$189K - $301K *

Transform high-speed interconnect designs as you lead a team in creating cutting-edge Serdes solutions. Oversee circuit development, validate silicon performance, and drive innovative architecture for...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$132K - $251K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team to develop innovative avionics display solutions, while ensuring operational excellence and project success in a collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in supporting Navy electronic systems by developing schematics, conducting reliability analysis, and mentoring junior engineers to ensure high-quality performance across developmental...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $204K *

Transform customer interactions and product impact by driving the vision, developing market strategies, and collaborating across technical teams to optimize in-situ metrology solutions for the semicon...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $179K *

Deliver innovative solutions as an equipment engineer, enhancing processes and equipment in a world-class semiconductor manufacturing environment while troubleshooting complex issues and leading effic...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $179K *

Engineer innovative solutions by monitoring and enhancing wafer fabrication equipment processes to drive yield improvements and operational excellence in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer the architecture of AI-driven systems, transforming model outputs into scalable, production-grade solutions. Collaborate and innovate within a dynamic team while establishing standards that in...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $192K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex engineering programs, coordinating cross-functional efforts to drive innovation across silicon-photonics and laser technologies, ensuring goals align with industry...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $298K *

Help us drive innovation in semiconductor technology by enhancing process integration and manufacturing processes while collaborating with teams to optimize high-volume production for our global found...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $298K *

Unlock your potential as you drive technology development and process optimization in semiconductor manufacturing, focusing on advanced etch processing, to meet global foundry customer needs and shape...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $148K *

Join a dynamic team advancing 3D X-ray solutions for semiconductor applications. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to push the boundaries of inspection, metrology, and analysis while leading...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Champion supplier quality by ensuring adherence to delivery timelines, resolving issues, and facilitating continuous improvement through audits and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$209K - $250K *

Lead the charge in timing analysis and sign-off for complex SoCs, collaborating across design and verification teams to ensure robust performance from RTL to sign-off, driving technical excellence in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $180K *

Partner with us to advance scientific innovation by developing and integrating robust software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-performance applications that drive AI...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $204K *

Shape the future of advanced, low observable antenna technologies. Leverage your RF engineering expertise to lead complex projects and drive innovative solutions in a collaborative, mission-critical e...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Join us to enhance manufacturing processes for ocular products, utilizing your engineering expertise to solve complex challenges, support new developments, and ensure high-quality outcomes while adher...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of hardware innovation, leading the design, development, and testing of advanced products. Collaborate across engineering domains to drive solutions and ensure qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$169K - $237K *

Join a team that's reshaping the future of optical systems by leading ambitious technical programs. Drive strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration while fostering innovation in a dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Optimize manufacturing processes by integrating technology transfer and directing end-to-end substrate production, ensuring quality and scalability while leading cross-functional teams in a dynamic en...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Transform hardware testing by ensuring that devices perform reliably in real-world scenarios. Leverage your expertise in electrical engineering to diagnose issues, design test plans, and collaborate c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing innovative electronic systems. Collaborate across disciplines, own projects end-to-end, and contribute to cutting-edge technology that blends the physic...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K *

Advance embedded firmware development for next-gen audio products, leading real-time operating systems on ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design secure, produ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$131K - $177K *

Inspire cost optimization strategies for major clients, driving cloud efficiency through expert insights and direct collaboration with C-suite executives. Lead initiatives that simplify costs while pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.