Optical Materials Engineer

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses, moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive AR and VR experiences.
$139,000 - $200,000
Hardware
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
AR/VR
This job posting may no longer be active. You may be interested in these related jobs instead:
Design Verification Engineer

Design Verification Engineer role at Meta's Reality Labs, focusing on AR/VR hardware verification and testing infrastructure development.

Systems Verification Engineer

Systems Verification Engineer role at Meta's Reality Labs, focusing on AR/VR technology integration and verification, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Mechanical Engineer (R&D)

Meta is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (R&D) to develop next-generation AR/VR hardware, focusing on consumer electronics and wearables development with Asian supplier partnerships.

Network Hardware Engineer

Network Hardware Engineer role at Meta focusing on ASIC-based solutions and infrastructure development for hyper-scale networks.

ASIC Engineer, Architecture

ASIC Engineer position at Meta focusing on machine learning accelerator architecture and development for data center optimization.

Description For Optical Materials Engineer

Meta Reality Labs (RL) is seeking an Optical Material Engineer to drive innovation in AR product development. This role focuses on the cutting-edge intersection of 3D-printing technology and ophthalmic lens creation. The ideal candidate will lead the development of printable materials and guide chemistry teams in pushing the boundaries of optical material science.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of augmented reality technology, specifically in the development of next-generation Meta's AR products. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing innovative materials that are fundamental to creating transformative user experiences. The role combines technical expertise in material science with practical application in AR technology.

Working at Meta means joining a company that's revolutionizing how people connect and interact. As part of the Reality Labs team, you'll be directly contributing to the next evolution of social technology, moving beyond traditional screens into immersive experiences. The role offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $139,000 to $200,000 per year, plus bonus and equity opportunities.

The ideal candidate will be someone who excels at thinking outside the box and can lead the development of state-of-the-art optical materials while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. You'll be working with experts across various disciplines, contributing to groundbreaking developments in AR technology, and helping shape the future of human-computer interaction.

This position offers the unique opportunity to work on challenging technical problems while having a direct impact on products that will define the future of social interaction and technology. Join Meta's Reality Labs team to be part of this revolutionary journey in advancing AR technology and creating the next generation of immersive experiences.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Optical Materials Engineer

  • Work with a multidisciplinary team in developing innovative materials
  • Plan and conduct simulations and work with experimentalists to interpret spectroscopic results
  • Design and development of state-of-the-art material for optical materials
  • Lead efforts to characterize existing materials and define potential solution paths
  • Development, optimization, productization and test of material functionality and reliability
  • Guide teams on material properties, material compatibility, and characterization
  • Remove material and integration barriers from the path to realization

Requirements For Optical Materials Engineer

  • BS in material engineering, organic chemistry, chemistry, material science or related field
  • 2+ years of experience in thermo-mechanical properties of polymeric materials, photo or thermal curing of organic resins, formulation of inks for inkjet, or chemistry of surfaces and interfaces
  • Experience functioning well in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience working independently and participating in cross-functional collaborations

Benefits For Optical Materials Engineer

  • bonus
  • equity
  • benefits

Interested in this job?