Optical Engineer II

Title: Optical Engineer IILocation: Redmond, WADuration: 9 monthsDescription:The main function of a optical Engineer is to develop new concepts and technologies for next generation Near-Eye Displays (NEDs), projectors, cameras and sensors including integrated optics, structured light, depth sensing, polarization optics, and optical system designJob Responsibilities:Work with a small team of optical scientists in developing imaging systems for AR and VR applicationsModel and prototype critical technologies to drive system performance and validationResearch and develop emerging concepts in imaging systems and optical systems in support of NEDsSupport the evaluation and characterization of optical components and system integrationsCollaborate with the larger research team to explore concepts and drive optical system development to create compelling experiencesSkills:Experience in applied research and/or product development of optics or photonic systemsExperience with one or more of the following optics technologies with hands-on experimental skills in optics laboratory environment: interferometry, microscopy, illumination, radiometry/photometry, stray light analysis, physical opticsExpertise in one or more of following material knowledge and process engineering: vacuum-assisted casting, conformal coating on non-planar/curved substrates, photopolymer processingExperience in radiometric calibration, measuring signal-to-noise, optical scattering, and modeling of imaging systems\Proficiency in optical simulation tools such as LightTools, Zemax, or programming languages such as Python or MatlabAbility to work with minimal direction and managing a project independently from start to finishWorking, communicating, and collaborating in a cross-functional team environmentEducation/Experience:Advanced degree in the field of Optical Sciences, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field or equivalent experience