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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.
About the job:
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 + benefits
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Responsibilities:
- 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.
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