Lead – Optical Engineer
Posted on 2/15/2023
INACTIVE
Augmented reality platform
Company Overview
Magic Leap is creating a powerful augmented reality platform for enterprise. We deliver profound, positive impact for companies all over the world—helping them optimize workflows, improve productivity, and increase ROI.
Locations
Austin, TX, USA
Experience Level
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Requirements
- 5+ years' experience in optical metrology methods and instrumentation including camera and imaging systems
- Extensive knowledge of optical assembly, alignment and test methods and field assessment of optical systems in a laboratory environment is required
- A background in test automation and creating custom optical test systems preferably with experience with equipment APIs and Automation (Python, Matlab, LabView,, etc.)
- 3+ years' experience in one or more scientific computer languages for image analysis and data analysis automation (e.g. Matlab, Python)
- Working knowledge of commercial optical design software tools (e.g. Zemax or Code V) is preferred
- Experience in the establishment and documentation of test requirements of optical systems and components
- Experience with opto-mechanics and automation, including precision alignment and fast prototyping of complex optical systems is highly preferred
- Excellent creative/analytical & critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Experience in working with international, cross-functional teams
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- M.S./Ph.D. in optical engineering, physics or a related field or B.S. with 5+ years commercial experience in the field of optics
Responsibilities
- Perform characterization of optical components for augmented reality display systems
- Clearly document and present technical results to cross-functional engineering teams
- Design, assemble, program, and verify performance of specialized optical metrology tools and imaging systems
- Analyze and troubleshoot new optical designs and metrology tools, run repeatability tests, and report results
- Domestic travel as required (expected to be less than 10% of your time)