Staff Optical Engineer

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      "text": "What you'll be doing:",
      "content": "<li>Leading advanced modeling and simulation of optical systems, including beam propagation, tolerance analysis, stray-light and scattering analysis, polarization effects, and sensitivity studies.</li><li>Performing and reviewing optical simulations to evaluate architectures, predict performance, and identify design trade-offs.</li><li>Conducting system-level analyses to ensure manufacturability, robustness, and alignment with performance requirements.</li><li>Developing requirements and specifications for optical components based on detailed analytical insights.</li><li>Generating and documenting new intellectual property related to optical modeling, analysis techniques, and system concepts.</li><li>Providing cross-functional technical guidance to photonics, mechanical, and systems engineering teams.</li><li>Mentoring junior engineers in modeling methodologies, simulation workflows, and interpretation of results.</li>"
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      "text": "What you have:",
      "content": "<li>Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree with 6+ years; or PhD with 3+ years; or equivalent experience.</li><li>Demonstrated experience driving optical system designs from proof-of-concept through high-volume production.</li><li>Strong proficiency with physical/wave/Fourier optics principles&nbsp;</li><li>Strong proficiency with modeling and scripting tools such as ZEMAX, Code V, FRED, or similar.</li><li>Expertise in tolerance analysis, stray-light, and scattering analysis.</li><li>Deep experience with precision optical, micro-optic, and/or fiber-optic components.</li><li>Hands-on laboratory skills for setting up, testing, validating, and troubleshooting optical, fiber-optic, and opto-mechanical subsystems.</li><li>Knowledge of optical fabrication processes (molded, polished, diamond-turned) as well as micro-structured components.</li><li>Ability to influence system-level decisions, present technical recommendations, and work across disciplines.</li>"
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      "text": "What's in it for you:",
      "content": "<li>Be part of a fast paced and dynamic team</li><li>Very competitive compensation and meaningful stock grants</li><li>Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more</li><li>Unlimited PTO: We care about results, not punching timecards</li>"
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