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Optical Engineer II

Spectraforce Technologies

Apr 21, 2026
Title: Optical Engineer II Location: Redmond, WA Duration: 9 months Description: The main function of a optical Engineer is to develop new concepts and technologies for next generation Near-Eye Displays (NEDs), projectors, cameras and sensors including integrated optics, structured light, depth sensing, polarization optics, and optical system design Job Responsibilities: Work with a small team of optical scientists in developing imaging systems for AR and VR applications Model and prototype critical technologies to drive system performance and validation Research and develop emerging concepts in imaging systems and optical systems in support of NEDs Support the evaluation and characterization of optical components and system integrations Collaborate with the larger research team to explore concepts and drive optical system development to create compelling experiences Skills: Experience in applied research and/or product development of optics or photonic systems Experience with one or more of the following optics technologies with hands-on experimental skills in optics laboratory environment: interferometry, microscopy, illumination, radiometry/photometry, stray light analysis, physical optics Expertise in one or more of following material knowledge and process engineering: vacuum-assisted casting, conformal coating on non-planar/curved substrates, photopolymer processing Experience in radiometric calibration, measuring signal-to-noise, optical scattering, and modeling of imaging systems\ Proficiency in optical simulation tools such as LightTools, Zemax, or programming languages such as Python or Matlab Ability to work with minimal direction and managing a project independently from start to finish Working, communicating, and collaborating in a cross-functional team environment Education/Experience: Advanced degree in the field of Optical Sciences, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field or equivalent experience