Staff/Senior Imaging System Engineer

PLATFORM&CO PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology innovator in Singapore seeks a Staff / Senior Imaging Systems Engineer to lead the design of cutting-edge optical systems. The role involves end-to-end development from conceptual design to manufacturing integration, requiring someone with a strong background in optical design and proficiency in relevant software. Candidates with hands-on experience in optical testing and a deep understanding of system design are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. preferred; M.S. required in Optics or related field.
• 3+ years (M.S.) or 5+ years (B.S.) in optical design.
• Proficiency in optical design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and optical system development.
• Perform modelling and simulation to optimise performance.
• Develop tolerance and error budgets for design robustness.

Skills

Optical design

Data analysis

Scripting (MATLAB, Python)

Statistical analysis

Optical testing

Education

Advanced degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Zemax

Code V

Synopsys OS

Job description

About the Opportunity

Our client is a global technology innovator known for solving some of the hardest challenges in high-precision imaging and photonics. The company’s R&D teams design and build sophisticated optical and inspection platforms that define the performance standards of the semiconductor industry and beyond. They are seeking a Staff / Senior Imaging Systems Engineer to join their R&D team. This role offers the chance to work on cutting‑edge optical and electro‑optical systems that enable breakthroughs across high‑precision technology sectors.

You’ll play a key role in the end-to-end development of next‑generation optical systems — from conceptual design through to manufacturing integration — translating theoretical optical principles into robust, scalable, and high‑performance solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design and optical system development of advanced imaging, illumination, and beam delivery subsystems.
• Perform detailed modelling and simulation to optimise performance metrics such as wavefront error, diffraction‑limited spot size, polarisation effects, and throughput.
• Develop comprehensive tolerance and error budgets using statistical analysis to ensure design robustness and manufacturability.
• Conduct stray light and ghost image analysis using non‑sequential ray tracing tools and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including mechanical engineering, metrology, and manufacturing, to specify components and define optical assembly procedures.
• Analyse experimental data to validate optical models and troubleshoot performance issues using tools such as MATLAB or Python.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline (Ph.D. preferred; M.S. required).
• Minimum 3+ years (M.S.) or 5+ years (B.S.) of experience in optical system design and analysis for real‑world applications.
• Proficiency in at least one major optical design software (e.g., Zemax, Code V, Synopsys OS, or equivalent).
• Proven expertise in:
• Statistical tolerance analysis and error budgeting
• Stray light and ghost reflection modelling
• Optical manufacturability and metrology‑based specification
• Precision opto‑mechanical integration
• Strong data analysis and scripting skills (MATLAB, Python, or similar).

Highly Desirable Skills

• Hands‑on experience with optical testing and interferometry.
• Deep understanding of polarisation ray tracing and its impact on system design.
• Experience designing diverse optical architectures, including high‑NA objectives, zoom lenses, or complex beam paths.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, we welcome your application by hitting Apply Now with your updated CV in word format.

Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to, therefore if you do not receive a response within 14 days please accept this as notification that you have not been shortlisted.