Immersive Optics Engineer - XR & 3D Display Systems

Brelyon; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Brelyon is seeking a Senior Optics Engineer in San Mateo, CA to lead optical design and optimization for immersive display products. You will model architectures, specify components, run lab experiments, and collaborate with hardware, software and product teams to translate requirements into specs.

The role requires a Postdoc/PhD in optics or related field, hands-on lab experience, and a track record in publications. On-site role focusing on high-precision design and prototyping.

Qualifications

• Postdoc-level understanding of optics and photonics with publications.
• Experience with XR optics design and imaging systems.
• Ability to translate product requirements into optical specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development and optimization of optical systems.
• Model and simulate optical architectures and validate components.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, software and product teams.
• Guide prototype-to-production transitions and manufacturing processes.
• mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical roadmaps.

Skills

Optics design

Optical engineering

Geometrical optics

Physical optics

Lab testing

Prototyping

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Postdoc/PhD in Optics

Tools

Zemax

Code V

LightTools

Lumerical

Job description

Brelyon is seeking a Senior Optics Engineer in San Mateo, CA to lead optical design and optimization for immersive display products. You will model architectures, specify components, run lab experiments, and collaborate with hardware, software and product teams to translate requirements into specs.

The role requires a Postdoc/PhD in optics or related field, hands-on lab experience, and a track record in publications. On-site role focusing on high-precision design and prototyping.