Licensed Optician — Boutique Eyewear Leader

imatters; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance & licensure

PTO and paid holidays

Collaborative leadership team

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

imatters, located in Stamford, CT, is seeking a licensed optician to build and lead a boutique optical experience with a patient-first approach. This private practice emphasizes not a production quota, with eyewear from Etina Barcelona to Maui Jim.

The role offers education assistance, PTO, and a collaborative leadership team; no nights or weekends; compensation is $30-35 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut Optician License (Required)
• Strong optical knowledge and technical skills
• A patient-first mindset
• Leadership potential and ownership mentality
• Long-term growth, not just a job

Responsibilities

• Dispense and fit eyewear
• Educate patients on lens technology and frame styling
• Manage orders, adjustments, repairs, and follow-ups
• Help shape a boutique optical experience that feels intentional, not rushed
• Collaborate closely with doctors and leadership
• Occasional cut and edge on our Santinelli edger

Skills

Optical knowledge

Active CT License

Leadership potential

Patient-first mindset

Ownership mentality

Education

Connecticut Optician License

Tools

Santinelli edger

Job description

imatters, located in Stamford, CT, is seeking a licensed optician to build and lead a boutique optical experience with a patient-first approach. This private practice emphasizes not a production quota, with eyewear from Etina Barcelona to Maui Jim.

The role offers education assistance, PTO, and a collaborative leadership team; no nights or weekends; compensation is $30-35 per hour depending on experience.