We are looking for an Optical Engineer to develop and scale a cloud-based optical and image simulation platform supporting Virtual Station applications. Your contributions will directly impact the quality of consumer electronics for a leading US tech company, shaping devices sold globally in large volumes.
In this role, you will develop and validate optical and imaging system models, extend simulation workflows, and build automation tools that enable scalable and repeatable optical simulations. You will work closely with optical engineers and scientists to support modeling, analysis, and simulation activities across multiple business areas.
You will collaborate with a diverse, cross-functional team in a hands-on, fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about optical modeling, imaging systems, simulation workflows, and solving complex engineering problems, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and validate optical and imaging system models using Zemax, Code V, or equivalent tools
- Build and maintain software tools and workflows for optical simulation and analysis
- Extend and improve cloud-based simulation pipelines and infrastructure
- Develop automation and AI-assisted tools to streamline simulation workflows and data analysis
- Support simulation validation, benchmarking, and performance analysis
- Create technical documentation, SOPs, and onboarding materials
- Contribute to all phases of the development cycle including requirements, design, implementation, testing, and deployment
Required Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with optical design and simulation tools such as Zemax, Code V, or equivalent
- Strong understanding of optical instrumentation and imaging systems
- Experience with optical performance analysis including MTF, aberrations, tolerancing, and image quality metrics
- Proficiency in Python and/or MATLAB for simulation automation and data analysis
- Experience working with cloud-based computational environments and scalable simulation workflows
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to break complex problems into manageable tasks
- Self-motivated, hands-on, independent, and dedicated
- Excellent collaboration skills in a diverse and dynamic team environment
Technical Skills & Tools
Optical Modeling: Zemax, Code V, optical system simulation
Programming Languages: Python, MATLAB
Cloud Computing: Cloud platforms, scalable simulation pipelines, job orchestration
AI & Automation: Workflow automation, AI-assisted tooling, simulation workflow optimization
Optical Systems: Imaging systems, cameras, displays, light sources, MTF, aberrations, tolerancing
Documentation: Technical documentation, SOPs, user guides
Location: San Diego, CA or Sunnyvale, CA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid – onsite Tuesday through Thursday each week
Contract: Full-time employment
Time zone: PST
Pay: $152,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Optical Design: 3 years (Required)
- Python: 3 years (Required)
- Matlab: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Diego, CA
