Sr. Optical Systems Design Engineer

KLA

Milpitas, CA, USA
Base: $159,500.00 - $271,200.00 annually; bonus/eq...
Physical optics
Lasers, plasma sources, detectors
Image sensors
You’ll lead the development of next-generation optical systems—from ambitious concepts to hands-on lab execution

Job Summary

  • You’ll lead the development of next-generation optical systems—from ambitious concepts to hands-on lab execution.
  • You’ll architect sophisticated systems, build and test ground breaking setups, and collaborate with world-class suppliers to bring sophisticated components to life.
  • Dive into real-world customer applications, you’ll help develop technologies that drive market impact and strategic direction!

Matching Summary

You’ll lead the development of next-generation optical systems—from ambitious concepts to hands-on lab execution.

Salary

Base: $159,500.00 - $271,200.00 Annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, 401(K) with match, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, etc.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Physical Optics
  • lasers, plasma sources, detectors
  • image sensors
  • hardware technologies
  • systems engineering
  • electro-optical setups
  • system modeling
  • error budgeting
  • performance analysis

Nice-to-have

  • leading technology providers
  • real-world customer applications
  • market impact
  • strategic direction
  • collaborative mentality
  • lead small teams
  • drive execution
  • technical reviews
  • influence decisions

Key Requirements

  • PhD with 3 years experience
  • Master's Degree and 6 years relevant experience
  • Bachelors Degree and 8 years relevant experience
  • Proficient in MATLAB, Python, or LabVIEW
  • Defining work plans, DOEs, and test strategies

Work Rights

Not specified

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