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Phd Optical Scientist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Optical System Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$159K - $206K/yr

... Science, Optical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related field. Experience in lens design fundamentals. Preferred Qualifications Master's or PhD and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry ...

Optical Physicist

Boulder, CO · On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

This position is tailored for PhD-level physicists or optical scientists focused on optoelectronics, optical cavities and modulators, and laser physics. Prior experience in neutral atom trapping or ...

Optical Physicist

Boulder, CO · On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

This position is tailored for PhD-level physicists or optical scientists focused on optoelectronics, optical cavities and modulators, and laser physics. Prior experience in neutral atom trapping or ...

Senior Scientist

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$134K - $165K/yr

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world ... for contracting optical fabrication. Preferred Qualifications * Masters or a PhD. in a related ...

Optical Physicist

Boulder, CO · On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

This position is tailored for PhD-level physicists or optical scientists focused on optoelectronics, optical cavities and modulators, and laser physics. Prior experience in neutral atom trapping or ...

Optical Engineer

Emeryville, CA · On-site

$115K - $175K/yr

PhD, MS with 2+ years, or BS with 4+ years of industry experience, in Optical Engineering, Optical Sciences, Photonics, Physics, Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Optical Engineer

Emeryville, CA · On-site

$149K - $193K/yr

PhD, MS with 2+ years, or BS with 4+ years of industry experience, in Optical Engineering, Optical Sciences, Photonics, Physics, Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Optical Engineer

Emeryville, CA · On-site

$149K - $193K/yr

PhD, MS with 2+ years, or BS with 4+ years of industry experience, in Optical Engineering, Optical Sciences, Photonics, Physics, Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.

PhD, MS with 2+ years, or BS with 4+ years of industry experience, in Optical Engineering, Optical Sciences, Photonics, Physics, Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Optical Engineer

Emeryville, CA · On-site

$149K - $193K/yr

PhD, MS with 2+ years, or BS with 4+ years of industry experience, in Optical Engineering, Optical Sciences, Photonics, Physics, Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Display Research Scientist

Redmond, WA · On-site

$154K - $217K/yr

... PhD degree in optics, physics, electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, relevant technical field, and/or equivalent practical experience • 3+ years of experience in one or ...

PhD or Masters in Physics, Chemistry, Optical Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or relevant technical field. Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of ...

PhD or Masters in Physics, Chemistry, Optical Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or relevant technical field. Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of ...

Optical System Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$150K - $277K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related field. Preferred Qualifications * Master's or PhD and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.

PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field * Hands-on experience with nanofabrication techniques, including E-beam lithography, optical ...

PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field * Hands-on experience with nanofabrication techniques, including E-beam lithography, optical ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for phd optical scientist in the United States is $85,539.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,500.00 and $111,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Optical System Engineer

Cupertino, CA • On-site

Apple
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

$159K - $206K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Apple rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 684 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something - you'll add something.
Description
The Camera Hardware Engineering group is responsible for all research, design, development, test and qualification of camera hardware for Apple products. The team is looking for a Camera Optical Engineer to develop and support custom lens design and development.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related field.
Experience in lens design fundamentals.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's or PhD and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
Experience in the area of lens design metrology and integration.
Experience in lens design tolerance and stray light analysis.
Experience in lens characterization methodology and instrumentation.
Proficiency using an optical software package (examples may include ZEMAX, CODE V, FRED, LightTool, etc.).
Ability to perform comprehensive optical and image quality characterization of the lens and the camera module.
Must be high energy multi-tasker resourceful problem solver ability to work within tight deadlines.
Working knowledge of optomechanics is a plus.

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976