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Optical Engineer

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Job ID: R2515952
Date posted: 08/07/2025
Location: Santa Clara, California
Category: Engineering

Key Responsibilities

Define novel inspection systems concepts and configurations for AR Display components.

Collects, analyzes data and designs statistically valid experiments.

Design and engineer of optical system modules

Define system requirements and specifications. Troubleshoot system problems. Respond to field physics related issues, function as advisor for solving physics related application issues.

Participates in the vendor selection process

Participates in technological customer engagements and contributes in his / her specific field of expertise

Plan and conduct test of new technologies under evaluation in the team.

Prepares the demonstration of new capabilities and conducts performance analysis

Functional Knowledge

Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in optical imaging system and display.
Experience with simulation software such as Zemax, LightTools etc.
Experience in image processing with Python or Matlab
Experience with Diffractive Optics

Interpersonal Skills

Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

4 - 7 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

U.S. Salary Range:

$138,000.00 - $190,000.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.