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Senior or Staff Imaging Engineer Role

Boston, MA · On-site

$113K - $156K/yr

... as Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, etc. • Hands-on experience with optical imaging technologies and camera sensors. • Hands-on experience with optical system ...

... camera module. - Work closely with lens supplier for prototype design, evaluation and MTF testing. Bachelor's degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material ...

Bachelor's degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material ... for camera lens testing and develop appropriate test charts and methods for camera ...

... as Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, etc. • Hands-on experience with optical imaging technologies and camera sensors. • Hands-on experience with optical system ...

Senior or Staff Imaging Engineer Role

Boston, MA · On-site

$113K - $156K/yr

... as Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, etc. • Hands-on experience with optical imaging technologies and camera sensors. • Hands-on experience with optical system ...

Imaging and Optical Engineer

Bellevue, WA

$144K - $187K/yr

Ideally, you'll have a Bachelor's in Physics, Optics, E.E., or related degree. 2+ years industry ... field, camera gain, exposure value, calibration techniques, illumination techniques, light ...

Senior Imaging Scientist

Boston, MA · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

PhD or MS with 3+ years of experience in Physics, Optics, or a related scientific or engineering field * Strong background in camera, imaging lens, and image sensor metrology * Ability to propose ...

Imaging and Optical Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$144K - $187K/yr

Ideally, you'll have a Bachelor's in Physics, Optics, E.E., or related degree. 2+ years industry ... field, camera gain, exposure value, calibration techniques, illumination techniques, light ...

Camera Algorithms Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$147K - $272K/yr

... Math, Physics or similar field. * Hands-on run time ISP algorithm development experience. * ISP HW processing pipeline knowledge. * Camera module optical stack and CMOS Bayer sensor knowledge.

Experience working with one or more of the following technologies: displays, cameras, optics ... PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Optics Engineering, and/or ...

... Math, Physics or similar field. Hands-on run time ISP algorithm development experience. ISP HW processing pipeline knowledge. Camera module optical stack and CMOS Bayer sensor knowledge. Pay ...

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How much do physics optics camera jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for physics optics camera in the United States is $16.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Physics Optics Camera vs Physics Optics Engineer?

AspectPhysics Optics CameraPhysics Optics Engineer
Required CredentialsDegree in physics, optics, or related fieldDegree in physics, optics, or engineering
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, research labs, product developmentResearch institutions, R&D departments, industry labs
Industry UsageDesigning optical devices, cameras, imaging systemsDeveloping optical systems, analyzing light behavior

While both roles require a background in physics and optics, a Physics Optics Camera focuses on the design and manufacturing of optical imaging devices, whereas a Physics Optics Engineer is involved in research, development, and analysis of optical systems. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in their focus on product creation versus theoretical and applied research.

Infographic showing various Physics Optics Camera job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,758 per year, or $16.7 per hour.
Senior or Staff Imaging Engineer Role

Senior or Staff Imaging Engineer Role

Activ

Boston, MA • On-site

$113K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

ABOUT ACTIV

Founded in 2017, Activ Surgical is a first-of-its kind digital surgery company focused on improving surgical efficiency, accuracy, patient outcomes and accessibility for both endoscopic and robotically-assisted procedures. Activ Surgical’s scalable and patent-protected surgical software platform technology is driven by computer vision, artificial intelligence, analytics and machine learning to enhance a surgeon’s intra-operative decision making and reduce unintended and preventable surgical complications.

Activ Surgical is looking for individuals who are interested in shaping the future of healthcare by improving patient outcomes, reducing healthcare costs, and addressing unintended surgical complications.

THE TEAM

You’ll join a team where everyone—including you—is striving to constantly create innovative technology. We are an incredibly supportive team–we love to pitch in when problems arise and give great peer feedback to help each other grow. We are passionate about lots of things—artificial intelligence, machine learning, autonomous robotics and a great user experience--and we love sharing those passions with each other.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Activ Surgical is building a platform for introducing the latest sensing technology to minimally invasive surgery, intended to visualize the invisible to facilitate better surgical decisions and outcomes. As part of the R&D team, you will be responsible for designing and prototyping novel real-time minimally invasive medical imaging and sensing technologies for tissue visualization. You will be expected to stay current on the most pressing clinical challenges, develop novel sensing techniques and effectively communicate these with the broader team.

Requirements

• MS or PhD in relevant engineering or scientific discipline, such as Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, etc.

• Hands-on experience with optical imaging technologies and camera sensors.

• Hands-on experience with optical system design and manufacturing

• Experience developing real-time imaging or sensing systems

• Experience with optical design with Zemax or equivalent software

• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and rapidly prototype novel sensing solutions

• Strong communication skills and collaboration closely with a cross-functional team

Preferred Qualification

• Hands-on optical design and optimization experience for complex imaging systems

• 5+ years of experience in Medical device R&D

• Image analysis background

• ML/AI experience

Benefits

• Fortune 500 Health & Wellness Benefits

• 401(k)

• Flexible Vacation