Senior Optical Design Engineer
Posted 2 days ago
googleMountain View (CA)
Photonics EngineersSearch, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
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About the role
Conduct advanced optical system modeling and simulation.Conduct non-sequential straylight simulation and analysis.Drive the optical design and architecture of near-eye displays.Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Product Design teams to define specifications, manage tolerances, and ensure successful integration of simulated designs into mass-manufacturable hardware.Develop, maintain, and execute complex optical models using industry-standard software and internal Python-based tools for analysis and visualization.Minimum qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a specialized field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP, etc.), or equivalent practical experience.4 years of experience working in optical design.Preferred qualifications:Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP).Specialized experience in optical design.Proven proficiency in Python for automating optical simulations, data post-processing, and generating design reports.Familiarity with camera systems, sensors, and display technologies. Join the innovative Pixel Optics team as a Senior Optical Design Engineer. In this role, you will be instrumental in the end-to-end development of advanced optical systems for future Pixel products, specializing in high-fidelity optical modeling and opto-mechanical performance analysis. Your role requires deep expertise in non-sequential ray trace analysis and sequential optical design. You will lead cross-functional efforts to define optical architectures and ensure manufacturability, leveraging your knowledge of Augmented Reality (AR) optical systems to solve complex, ambiguity-driven design challenges.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $159000 - $231000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefitsLearn more about benefits at Google.Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a specialized field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP, etc.), or equivalent practical experience.4 years of experience working in optical design.
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