Senior Designer, Optoelectronics

IMAX Enhanced | Streaming & Consumer Technology; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 83,756 - 104,694; Full time

Job summary

IMAX Enhanced | Streaming & Consumer Technology is looking for a Senior Optoelectronics Engineer to lead the development and validation of cutting-edge entertainment technologies. This role demands an experienced engineer comfortable with both theoretical analysis and practical product development.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's in a related field and possess 5–7 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include leading technical investigations, authoring documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in product development, systems engineering, or R&D environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and influence cross-functional teams.
• Extensive laboratory experience using optical, electronic, and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead proof‑of‑concept testing and validation of optoelectronic technologies.
• Drive the development of IMAX’s color calibration systems.
• Author technical reports and engineering documentation.

Skills

Optical measurement techniques

Mathematical and analytical skills

Programming (MATLAB, Python)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Optoelectronics, Optical Engineering, Physics

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a related field

Tools

Optical test equipment

Object-oriented software development tools

Job description

About the Role

IMAX is seeking a Senior Optoelectronics Engineer to play a key role in the research, development, validation, and continuous improvement of next-generation entertainment technologies. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer with a strong background in optoelectronics, optics, physics, engineering physics, applied physics, or photonics who thrives at the intersection of theoretical analysis and hands‑on product development.

Responsibilities

Research & Development

• Lead proof‑of‑concept testing and validation of optoelectronic technologies for current and future IMAX solutions.
• Drive the development and enhancement of IMAX’s color calibration systems and software tools.
• Develop and validate component‑level and system‑level performance metrics for optical and optoelectronic products.
• Design and implement metrology, alignment, and calibration methodologies for complex optical assemblies.
• Contribute technical leadership throughout the product development lifecycle, from concept generation through commercialization.
• Support requirements definition, technical reviews, and future R&D initiatives.

Technical Leadership & Systems Engineering

• Lead technical investigations and root cause analysis of field failures and system performance issues.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Support design reviews, risk assessments, and engineering best practices.
• Serve as a subject‑matter expert for optical systems, color science, and optoelectronic technologies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve product performance and reliability.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with manufacturing, installation, service, procurement, and quality teams to improve product reliability and customer experience.
• Provide technical guidance to suppliers and support qualification of optical components and subsystems.
• Incorporate field feedback and lessons learned into future product designs.

Documentation & Communication

• Author technical reports, specifications, validation plans, and engineering documentation.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to engineering leadership and key stakeholders.
• Develop technical documentation to support manufacturing, installation, and service organizations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Optoelectronics, Optical Engineering, Physics, Engineering Physics, Applied Physics, Photonics, or a related discipline required.
• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a related field is considered an asset.
• 5–7 years of experience in product development, systems engineering, or research and development environments.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with demonstrated ability to model and predict the performance of complex systems.
• Deep understanding of optics, optoelectronics, imaging systems, and optical measurement techniques.
• Extensive laboratory experience using optical, electronic, and test equipment.
• Strong programming skills and experience with object‑oriented software development.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and influence cross‑functional teams.

Nice to Haves

• Experience with color science, display calibration, or image quality assessment.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, Zemax, or similar technical tools.
• P.Eng. designation or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Industry experience in Optoelectronics, Engineering Physics, Applied Physics, Photonics, Optical Systems & Imaging, or Display Technologies.

Position Status

Existing Vacancy

Hiring Range / Échelle Salariale à L’embauche

$83,756.20 / 83.756,20$ – $104,694.70 / 104.694,70$ per year. Final pay within this range will be determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, and geographic location of the role. Additional non‑discretionary compensation may apply where eligible.

EEO and Hiring Policies

IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, candidates will be informed when they are no longer under consideration for this position. Communication regarding application status may be provided through email or through your online applicant profile (if applicable).

As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology‑assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.