Full-Time
Optical Systems Engineer
Reality Labs
Posted on 8/1/2025
Meta
10,001+ employees
Global social networks and advertising platform
Compensation Overview
$111k - $164k/yr
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship
Redmond, WA, USA
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- Masters degree or equivalent experience in the field of Optics, Optical Sciences, Optical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Sciences or a similar field, or equivalent work experience
- 2+ years of experience in applied research and/or product development of optics or photonic systems
- 2+ years of experience with optical systems requiring any combination of the following: imaging, illumination, physical optics, stray light analysis, radiometry, photometry
- Experience maturing optical systems from proof-of-concept to early low volume prototype or production
- Experience working, communicating, and collaborating in a cross-functional environment
- Experience with automated test systems and scripting (Python, MATLAB, C++ or equivalent)
- Knowledge of AR display technologies (LCOS, MicroLED, Waveguides, etc.)
- Proficiency with measurement equipment used for evaluating display and optical characteristics
- Solid understanding of color science, photometry, and applicable industry standards
- Develop calibration routines and methods to meet display performance requirements
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to validate end to end display calibration enables the product concept of operation
- Contribute to the process of design releases, prototyping and creation of RFQ, ERS documentation
- Operate and calibrate precision optical measurement equipment (e.g., spectroradiometers, colorimeters, photometers)
- Analyze test data and prepare detailed reports, identifying trends and recommending improvements
- Collaborate with hardware, software, and design teams to resolve display-related issues and optimize system integration
- Define display quality criteria and validation procedures aligned to product requirements and industry standards
- Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of display defects or anomalies
- Stay informed about advancements in display metrology and validation techniques
- Present validation results and technical findings to project teams and stakeholders
- Experience with display calibration development
- Experience with measurement automation for production environment
- Experience with image processing, calibration algorithms, statistical data analysis, and applying machine learning methods
- Experience in opto-mechanical design tools such as Ansys, Solidworks, NX
Meta Platforms Inc. runs a family of social apps including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp to help people connect, share content, and participate in online communities. It also develops virtual reality hardware and experiences through Oculus and is exploring the metaverse. Most revenue comes from advertising, with tools that let businesses target audiences using data from its large user base, plus VR product sales and digital services. The company differentiates itself by owning multiple major social platforms, offering a scalable cross-platform ad platform, and investing in VR, AR, and AI to expand digital experiences and monetization opportunities.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Menlo Park, California
Founded
2004
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q1 2026 revenue surges 33% to $56.3 billion from AI-enhanced advertising.
- Wisconsin approves $1B 220MW data center online in 2027 for AI expansion.
- Analysts project stock reaching $653–$792 in five years on ad and AI scale.
What critics are saying
- EU fines Meta 1.2 billion euros in 2023 for Facebook US data transfers violating GDPR.
- European Commission fines Meta 200 million euros in April 2025 for DMA data combination breaches.
- Elsevier, Cengage sue Meta on May 5, 2026, for Llama AI copyright infringement demanding damages.
What makes Meta unique
- Meta leverages AI for precise ad placement, generating $55 billion Q1 2026 revenue.
- Meta's vast platforms including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp enable unmatched audience targeting.
- Meta invests in Llama AI model, powering unique visual underage detection across platforms.
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