9h ago

Staff Optical Engineer

Mountain View, CA

$181.3k-$245.3k / year

full-timeseniorAutonomous driving / LiDAR

🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll lead the design and validation of advanced optical sub-components for Aeva's coherent LiDAR technology. Your work will directly impact perception systems for automated driving and robotics. You'll mentor junior engineers and influence architectural decisions across multiple programs.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Lead optical modeling and simulation including beam propagation and tolerance analysis.
  • Develop requirements and specifications for optical components.
  • Conduct system-level analyses for manufacturability and robustness.
  • Generate and document intellectual property related to optical systems.

📋 Requirements

  • Bachelor's with 10+ years experience or Master's with 6+ years or PhD with 3+ years experience.
  • Proven experience driving optical designs from proof-of-concept to production.
  • Strong proficiency with ZEMAX, Code V, or FRED simulation tools.
  • Expertise in tolerance analysis, stray-light, and scattering analysis.

✨ Nice to Have

  • Hands-on laboratory skills for optical subsystems testing.
  • Knowledge of optical fabrication processes (molded, polished, diamond-turned).

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 🏖️ Unlimited PTO
  • 💰 Competitive compensation and stock grants
  • 🏥 Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
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