Principal Optical Engineer: Startup Innovator (9/80)

Monarch Quantum, Inc.

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching
20 paid time off (PTO) days per year
13 paid company holidays
9/80 work schedule

Job summary

A forward-thinking technology startup is seeking a Principal Optical Engineer to join their passionate team in San Diego, California. This dynamic, hands-on role requires over 2 years of relevant experience and offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while collaborating with leadership. Responsibilities include executing complex engineering tasks, driving innovation, and supporting business development. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 annually and comes with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a startup or technology company.
  • Extensive expertise in optical engineering topics.

Responsibilities

  • Work independently and in a team while communicating effectively.
  • Execute complex engineering tasks with peer reviews.
  • Drive innovation in modeling, design, analysis, and alignment methods.

Skills

Optical engineering expertise
Optical modeling techniques
Design according to specifications
Tolerance analysis methodologies
Laser beam propagation knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

Ansys Zemax OpticStudio
Photon Engineering FRED
Lambda Research OSLO
Python

Job description

A forward-thinking technology startup is seeking a Principal Optical Engineer to join their passionate team in San Diego, California. This dynamic, hands-on role requires over 2 years of relevant experience and offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while collaborating with leadership. Responsibilities include executing complex engineering tasks, driving innovation, and supporting business development. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 annually and comes with comprehensive benefits.
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