Optical System Design Engineer

Google organizes the world's information to make it universally accessible and useful, combining AI, Software, and Hardware to create helpful experiences.
$142,000 - $211,000
Embedded
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
4+ years of experience
AR/VR
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Description For Optical System Design Engineer

Google is seeking an Optical System Design Engineer to join their Devices & Services team, focusing on developing next-generation display technologies. This role combines cutting-edge optical engineering with Google's mission to organize world information and make it universally accessible.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on novel near-eye display systems and waveguide-based technologies, collaborating with experienced optical engineers and cross-functional teams. You'll be at the forefront of developing new ways for users to interact with computing through advanced display systems.

As an Optical System Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for evaluating and developing innovative optical architectures, defining specifications for new eye displays, and working with both internal and external partners to bring prototypes to life. The role requires expertise in optical modeling tools and display systems, particularly waveguide-based near-eye displays.

The position offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $142,000-$211,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. You'll be part of Google's Devices & Services team, which combines the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create radically helpful experiences for users.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a strong background in optics, imaging systems, and display technologies who wants to work on cutting-edge AR/VR applications. You'll be contributing to projects that could fundamentally change how people interact with information and technology, while working alongside some of the industry's best talents in a collaborative, innovative environment.

The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to work on technologies that will be used by millions of people. Google's commitment to innovation, combined with its resources and scale, makes this an exceptional opportunity for an optical engineer looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of display technology.

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Responsibilities For Optical System Design Engineer

  • Work with internal and external cross-functional partners to explore optical architectures for near-eye display applications
  • Define system/sub-system/component-level specifications for new eye displays and related systems
  • Evaluate, design and improve waveguide based near-eye display systems
  • Align current efforts with cross-functional teams across System, PhotoDetector, Software, imaging, and optics
  • Support internal optics modeling and simulation efforts

Requirements For Optical System Design Engineer

Python
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or specialized field (Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP, etc.), or equivalent practical experience
  • 4 years of experience working in imaging and optics technical environment, or 3 years with advanced degree
  • Experience with optical modeling tools (FDTD, RCWA, Ray-tracing, or Zemax OpticStudio)
  • Experience with display systems
  • Experience with waveguide based near-eye displays

Benefits For Optical System Design Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits package

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