Hybrid Optical Design Engineer

Posted 3 weeks ago

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About the role

  • Design, prototype and integrate custom ophthalmic components from concept to late-prototype stages, with an emphasis on enabling new technology introduction into next generation products
  • Apply your knowledge of lens design, ophthalmics, optical molding, optical tolerancing, and optomechanics to address vergence-accommodation mismatch and refractive error correction in augmented reality eyewear
  • Work hand-in-hand with the optical team to conceive and prove-out new technologies for AR eyewear
  • Design and effectively utilize custom/OTS metrology to assess performance of custom optical components.
  • Work with internal quality teams and vendors to establish appropriate incoming/outgoing inspection procedures
  • Effectively present to & collaborate with cross-functional teams at Snap (Optical, Mechanical, Product, Industrial Design, Vision Science, Global Supply Management, Quality, etc) to develop and integrate best-in-class Optical & AR Display Modules for future generations of Spectacles
  • Collaborate with molders, sub-assembly manufacturers and Rx fulfillment centers to improve optical performance, inspection, yields, and failure analysis.
  • Collaborate with the reliability team to stress-test new technologies and mitigate areas of risk
  • Support root-cause-analysis of optical issues with current and next generation devices.
  • Travel to and work with overseas suppliers to enable component manufacturing, assist with metrology and failure analysis, and drive on-time delivery of components
  • Own the roadmap for ophthalmic components in AR eyewear.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in optics, physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science or related field
  • 6+ years of experience in design and development of optical products, consumer electronic displays and/or optical systems
  • Deep experience in optical design and design tools such as Zemax or Code V
  • Deep experience with optics, optical modules and/or display systems, manufacturing and test processes
  • Strong understanding of optical metrology and debug
  • Hands on experience bringing up, solving problems through root cause analysis
  • Experience working and collaborating closely with external partners and suppliers
  • Ability to identify and mitigate risk during new development and manufacturing
  • Ability to flex into program management with skills including excellent communication, coordination, and documentation
  • Ability to thrive with rapidly changing or ambiguous requirements.

Benefits

  • Paid parental leave
  • Comprehensive medical coverage
  • Emotional and mental health support programs
  • Compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success

Job title

Optical Design Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$190,000 - $284,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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