Optical Test Engineer

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.

The Spectacles team is pushing the boundaries of technology to bring people closer together in the real world. Our fifth-generation Spectacles, powered by Snap OS, showcase how standalone, see-through AR glasses make playing, learning, and working better together.

We’re looking for an Optical Test Engineer to join our Snap Lab team at Snap Inc.!

What you’ll do:

You will be responsible for performing detailed optical measurements of waveguides used in AR applications. The role requires expertise in setting up and optimising metrology tools, performing acceptance testing, and establishing process control methods to ensure the waveguides meet stringent quality and performance standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Set up, align, and calibrate optical test equipment, ensuring that all systems are accurately configured and optimized to measure waveguide performance. 

• Lead the acceptance testing process (e.g., GRR and validation), ensuring that they meet defined optical specifications and quality standards. Establish testing protocols for various stages of development.

• Implement process control techniques to ensure production consistency. Collect and perform statistical analysis on metrology data to identify trends, variances, and correlations to performance metrics.

• Analyze measurement data and correlate results to key performance indicators (KPIs). Produce comprehensive reports with actionable insights, working with cross-functional teams to refine and improve designs and processes.

• Take complete ownership of transferring latest waveguide test techniques and methods from the R&D phase to mass production. This includes ensuring that all testing technologies and processes are scalable and repeatable for high-volume manufacturing.

• Investigate discrepancies in test results and implement corrective actions. Work closely with optical engineers to optimize testing processes and improve waveguide performance.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (optical design, R&D and production) to identify areas for performance enhancement. Propose and implement improvements in metrology techniques and testing procedures.

• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including test plans, procedures, data analysis reports, and process control records.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related Engineering field.

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in optical testing, with a focus on waveguides or similar optical components.

• Proficiency in statistical data analysis using JMP or Minitab.

• Familiarity with process control, quality control, and acceptance testing in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

• Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose issues with optical systems and testing equipment.

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to present data, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and document test procedures and findings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ Years experience in optical testing of AR/VR/MR systems.

• Experience with mechanical design and rapid prototyping of jigs and fixtures.

• Experience in test automation (instrument control, data collection and analysis) using LabView, Matlab or Python

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.

"Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week. 

At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.

Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!