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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$176K - $189K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of hardware innovation, driving solutions that enhance performance and reliability while optimizing costs. Collaborate with a dynamic team to revolutionize user in...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$161K - $189K *

Elevate your career by joining a team focused on developing cutting-edge silicon solutions for consumer products. Contribute your expertise to shape innovative hardware experiences that deliver except...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing product performance and reliability by providing expert engineering support in a fast-paced production environment, focusing on troubleshooting, yield optimiz...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Elevate national security initiatives by driving EO GEOINT mission processing advancements. Collaborate with government and contractors to create resilient, high-performance solutions that support com...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of the design and development of cutting-edge optoelectronic test systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product success. Your contributions directly impact the ad...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$228K - $331K *

Transform the creative landscape by leading a high-performing engineering team to develop a cutting-edge node-based platform integrating generative AI and creative workflows. Shape both the product vi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the design and implementation of optoelectronic test systems, ensuring successful product validation in a dynamic R&D environment. Collaborate across teams to advance innovative technology and ac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $135K *

Help us ensure quality in aerospace manufacturing by leading inspections, developing quality plans, and driving continuous improvement across all processes. Collaborate with teams to meet safety and r...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$247K - $358K *

Shape the future of creative technology as a leader in engineering, building a node-based platform that integrates generative AI workflows. Drive innovation, develop high-performing teams, and execute...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer compliance engineering initiatives by guiding teams in achieving safety certifications, interpreting regulations, and conducting risk assessments for advanced scientific and industrial equipme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $127K *

Advance operational excellence as a Senior Customer Satisfaction Manager, overseeing daily lab operations, driving improvements, and fostering collaboration across sales, service, and supply chain to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in electrical design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, establishing client relations, ensuring code compliance, and mentoring junior engineers to deliver successful...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $150K *

Lead integration and testing phases for spacecraft electronics projects, ensuring quality through hands-on troubleshooting and oversight, while fostering collaboration within the engineering team for...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $177K *

Discover innovative solutions that enhance cardiovascular care by serving as a key technical leader in NPI programs, optimizing processes and supplier capabilities to elevate patient outcomes and driv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in architecting enterprise-scale data solutions that empower strategic decision-making and optimize global business operations through innovative analytics and robust governance framew...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $255K *

Champion innovation in NAND array algorithm development to enhance performance and reliability through cutting-edge engineering practices and collaborative problem-solving...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Innovate by joining an agile team to integrate collaborative robots and peripherals, focusing on enhancing automation through robotic arms, vision systems, and sensors for a diverse range of applicati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Drive your career by combining technical expertise with sales strategy. Support customer accounts, develop photonics solutions, and manage projects from concept to delivery in a dynamic and collaborat...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI by leading the development and delivery of innovative solutions in mission-critical environments, combining deep technical expertise with strategic customer engagement to drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Innovate with us in the development of advanced ion mobility instruments, focusing on electronics test systems and precision measurements, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and driving...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $123K *

Grow your career by managing obsolescence risks and ensuring hardware sustainability. Collaborate across teams to develop mitigation strategies and present solutions to stakeholders, enhancing the lif...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $225K *

Drive innovative hardware solutions by designing high-speed networking products, overseeing the entire process from specifications to production, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensur...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $112K *

Transform the semiconductor fabrication process through innovative solutions, ensuring quality and efficiency. Collaborate across teams to enhance defect yield in a dynamic, hands-on role requiring te...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $203K *

Transform manufacturing outcomes by leading engineering efforts, optimizing processes, and elevating team performance to drive product excellence and cost savings. Collaborate cross-functionally to en...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $163K *

Redefine quality standards by leading advanced quality assurance efforts in manufacturing and product safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continual improvement and ensure complian...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.