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$95K - $115K *
Lead the system engineering for free-space optical communication payloads, ensuring seamless integration and performance across multiple platforms while collaborating with cross-functional teams and d...
Today
$96K - $132K *
Partner with us to lead quality initiatives, ensuring excellence in our manufacturing processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product reliability and efficiency through data-driven analys...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Principal Mechanical Engineer - Optical Solutions
$180K - $260K *
Elevate your career by leading mechanical designs for advanced optoelectronic packages. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in component design, manufacturability, and reliabil...
Reposted 5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform customer interactions by providing cutting-edge application support and developing innovative optoelectronic solutions while collaborating across teams to maintain industry leadership...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Hardware Engineer- Optical
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of developing DWDM optical transport solutions, contributing to the design and evaluation of advanced components in a collaborative environment focused on innovatio...
4 weeks ago
Optical Coating Process Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Transform optical thin film manufacturing processes, overseeing production, optimizing efficiencies, and collaborating across teams to enhance product quality and throughput. Drive continuous improvem...
1 week ago
Staff Opto-Mechanical Engineer
$148K - $204K *
Unlock the potential of optical and opto-mechanical systems, driving improvements in performance and reliability. Lead technical investigations, establish engineering standards, and mentor engineers t...
2 days ago
Principal Quality Engineer-Optical Systems
$130K - $155K *
Lead cross-functional teams to enhance quality in optical product development, driving improvements through comprehensive investigations and metrics analysis while ensuring compliance with standards a...
2 weeks ago
$81K - $150K *
Transform cutting-edge optical designs in electro-optical systems. Collaborate with a multifunctional team to create, test, and troubleshoot complex systems for military applications, leveraging your...
Yesterday
$100K - $120K *
Empower the development of innovative sensor products from concept to production. Lead multidisciplinary teams in design, testing, and verification to drive performance and reliability in real-world a...
Today
$100K - $120K *
Transform sensor development by owning products through the entire lifecycle—from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring optimal performance while managing schedules...
4 weeks ago
Principal Hardware Engineer - Optical Transceiver
$200K - $275K *
Drive hardware design for high-speed optical transceivers, leading cross-functional teams to optimize performance, resolve technical issues, and ensure compliance throughout the product life cycle. Im...
3 weeks ago
$167K - $284K *
Innovate optical subsystem designs to lead the development of high-performance wafer inspection products. Collaborate across teams to translate system requirements into precise optical specifications...
1 week ago
Principal Engineer, Hardware Design - Optics
$130K - $155K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and qualification of advanced fiber optic systems for high-speed communication networks, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance produc...
1 week ago
Manufacturing Engineer - Optics
$85K - $135K *
Join a team that's focused on developing and enhancing optical manufacturing processes, driving safety and quality improvements while collaborating cross-functionally to achieve production readiness a...
1 week ago
$134K - $192K *
Engineer innovative optical transceivers, leading hardware design and testing while mentoring teams and collaborating globally to create cutting-edge telecom solutions that enhance performance and rel...
Yesterday
$138K - $165K *
Drive innovative optical networking solutions by leading cross-functional teams, defining system architectures, and translating market needs into actionable requirements for advanced DWDM communicatio...
1 month ago
$95K - $115K *
Inspire quality excellence in medical devices by leading CAPA reviews, driving continuous improvement, and shaping policies that enhance patient safety. Collaborate across functions and present impact...
1 week ago
System Validation Engineer - PCB & Electro-Optics
$170K - $250K *
Join a dynamic team in a hands-on role focusing on electro-optical hardware bringup and debugging. Leverage your expertise in mixed-signal systems to isolate and solve complex problems while collabora...
Yesterday
Staff Engineer, Computer Vision
$105K - $140K *
Drive innovation as a key technical leader in developing advanced computer vision and AI solutions, influencing design decisions and collaborating with cross-functional teams for impactful product con...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$170K - $190K *
Pioneer innovative optical engineering solutions, leading cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge products in aerospace, medical, and instrumentation sectors. Drive project success through effe...
3 weeks ago
Optical Manufacturing Engineer
$120K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of high-speed optical solutions for AI and datacenters. Leverage your knowledge in optical communications to enhance product yields and manufacturing processes wi...
Yesterday
Optical Manufacturing Engineer
$120K - $150K *
Help us drive innovation in high-speed optical interconnect solutions for AI and hyperscale data centers. Join a dynamic team focused on advancing optical transceiver technologies and enhancing manufa...
Yesterday
Manufacturing Process Development Engineer
$89K - $166K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes in a high-tech environment, focusing on efficiency, yield, and quality enhancements for optical and photonic...
Reposted 1 week ago
$149K - $214K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI technology. Join a global team to provide pre-sales support, drive design success, and build strong customer relationships for cutting-edge optical modules i...
2 weeks ago
What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Optical Engineer?
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?
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?
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