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Principal Optical Engineer

Magic Leap, Inc.

Full-time
USA
$135k-$179k per year
engineer
python
sourcing
communication
creative
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A new paradigm of computing

Magic Leap is a pioneer in spatial computing, developing groundbreaking augmented reality technology that seamlessly blends digital content with the real world. As the creator of the next computing platform, our mixed reality devices unlock new possibilities for how people interact with and experience their surroundings. 

Magic Leap could be your place if you want to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. At Magic Leap, you can explore innovative solutions and use your talents to solve real-world problems. Working alongside industry experts, you can grow your skills and amplify human potential at the intersection of the physical and digital worlds. We know that successful change and progress accelerate diverse perspectives. As we shape our future, everyone's voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and, with our bold partners, make the impossible possible.

The opportunity 

The Principal Optical Engineer will be responsible for the innovation and evolution of key optical component-level technology to enable the next generation of our Mixed Reality experience. They are expected to design optical components and effectively contribute to technical deliverables in these areas to achieve aggressive goals.

The role can be fulfilled in a remote capacity or on-site in Austin, TX,  Boulder, CO, or Plantation, FL.

The focus of this role will be the design of custom eyepieces for Mixed Reality devices.  An emphasis on this role will be cross-functional contributions with several partner teams including eyepiece manufacturing, eyepiece materials, optical systems engineering, and metrology.

What you’ll do 

  • A key member of the Eyepiece Design Team with a focus on eyepiece design

  • Extensive use of (and development of) custom in-house software and commercial simulation tools for eyepiece design, simulation, layout, and fabrication.

  • Collecting, analyzing and interpreting data; technical problem solving; innovating creative solutions, and clear communication of findings.

  • A key part of this role will be cross-functional engagement.  This will involve extensive interaction with cross-functional teams such as eyepiece fabrication, materials research and sourcing, metrology teams, and

The experience you bring

  • 10+ years of experience

  • Expert knowledge of diffractive and polarization optics.

  • Extensive hands-on experience in diffractive optical elements, preferably in the design and fabrication of diffractive optical elements.

  • Proficiency in Python 

  • Knowledgeable of nano-/micro-patterning and replication techniques, including optical lithography, interference lithography, and nano-imprint/molding.

  • High comfort level with scientific programming

  • Experience with diffractive optics design and modeling software, such as gsolver, MEEP,  Zemax, Lumerical, COMSOL or other packages is strongly preferred.

  • Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Focused on problem resolution and delivering solutions.

  • Must be able to communicate and work well with multidisciplinary groups.

  • Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Focused on problem resolution and delivering solutions.

  • Must be able to communicate and work well with multidisciplinary groups.

It’s exciting if you also have

  • Experience with imaging optics is desired; experience with display optics is preferred.

  • Experience working in a nanofabrication cleanroom

  • Experience with optical measurements.

  • Experience in materials research

  • Experience and familiarity with color science

  • Experience with Augmented Reality / Mixed Reality  display systems

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunities guidelines

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation during the application, interviewing, or hiring process, you may request an accommodation by emailing ApplicantAccommodation@magicleap.com. Magic Leap will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Please note that we do not accept any application documents via (e-)mail. Furthermore, we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

All legitimate Magic Leap email communications will end with '@magicleap.com'. Please carefully review all emails you receive, to ensure you only engage with legitimate representatives of Magic Leap. For the protection of your Personal Information, do not click any links, open any attachments, or further engage with any suspicious communications. In the event you receive an unexpected or suspicious communication claiming to come from Magic Leap, please reach out directly to TalentAcquisition@magicleap.com for assistance.

 

#LI-SM2

 

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Full-time
USA
$135k-$179k per year
Posted 1 year ago
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python
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Principal Optical Engineer

Magic Leap, Inc.
The job listing has expired. Unfortunately, the hiring company is no longer accepting new applications.

To see similar active jobs please follow this link: Remote Development jobs

A new paradigm of computing

Magic Leap is a pioneer in spatial computing, developing groundbreaking augmented reality technology that seamlessly blends digital content with the real world. As the creator of the next computing platform, our mixed reality devices unlock new possibilities for how people interact with and experience their surroundings. 

Magic Leap could be your place if you want to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. At Magic Leap, you can explore innovative solutions and use your talents to solve real-world problems. Working alongside industry experts, you can grow your skills and amplify human potential at the intersection of the physical and digital worlds. We know that successful change and progress accelerate diverse perspectives. As we shape our future, everyone's voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and, with our bold partners, make the impossible possible.

The opportunity 

The Principal Optical Engineer will be responsible for the innovation and evolution of key optical component-level technology to enable the next generation of our Mixed Reality experience. They are expected to design optical components and effectively contribute to technical deliverables in these areas to achieve aggressive goals.

The role can be fulfilled in a remote capacity or on-site in Austin, TX,  Boulder, CO, or Plantation, FL.

The focus of this role will be the design of custom eyepieces for Mixed Reality devices.  An emphasis on this role will be cross-functional contributions with several partner teams including eyepiece manufacturing, eyepiece materials, optical systems engineering, and metrology.

What you’ll do 

  • A key member of the Eyepiece Design Team with a focus on eyepiece design

  • Extensive use of (and development of) custom in-house software and commercial simulation tools for eyepiece design, simulation, layout, and fabrication.

  • Collecting, analyzing and interpreting data; technical problem solving; innovating creative solutions, and clear communication of findings.

  • A key part of this role will be cross-functional engagement.  This will involve extensive interaction with cross-functional teams such as eyepiece fabrication, materials research and sourcing, metrology teams, and

The experience you bring

  • 10+ years of experience

  • Expert knowledge of diffractive and polarization optics.

  • Extensive hands-on experience in diffractive optical elements, preferably in the design and fabrication of diffractive optical elements.

  • Proficiency in Python 

  • Knowledgeable of nano-/micro-patterning and replication techniques, including optical lithography, interference lithography, and nano-imprint/molding.

  • High comfort level with scientific programming

  • Experience with diffractive optics design and modeling software, such as gsolver, MEEP,  Zemax, Lumerical, COMSOL or other packages is strongly preferred.

  • Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Focused on problem resolution and delivering solutions.

  • Must be able to communicate and work well with multidisciplinary groups.

  • Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Focused on problem resolution and delivering solutions.

  • Must be able to communicate and work well with multidisciplinary groups.

It’s exciting if you also have

  • Experience with imaging optics is desired; experience with display optics is preferred.

  • Experience working in a nanofabrication cleanroom

  • Experience with optical measurements.

  • Experience in materials research

  • Experience and familiarity with color science

  • Experience with Augmented Reality / Mixed Reality  display systems

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunities guidelines

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation during the application, interviewing, or hiring process, you may request an accommodation by emailing ApplicantAccommodation@magicleap.com. Magic Leap will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Please note that we do not accept any application documents via (e-)mail. Furthermore, we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

All legitimate Magic Leap email communications will end with '@magicleap.com'. Please carefully review all emails you receive, to ensure you only engage with legitimate representatives of Magic Leap. For the protection of your Personal Information, do not click any links, open any attachments, or further engage with any suspicious communications. In the event you receive an unexpected or suspicious communication claiming to come from Magic Leap, please reach out directly to TalentAcquisition@magicleap.com for assistance.

 

#LI-SM2

 

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