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Lochner

Remote Senior Aviation Design Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$95K - $131K/yr

S. engineering expertise with the global reach, technical excellence, and career opportunities of a ... remote opportunities where business needs allow • Life insurance and disability coverage ...

Actalent

Systems Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$70 - $80/hr

The Systems Engineer will help define and refine system architectures, create and maintain ... Ability to collaborate with remote support teams and understand infrastructure requirements.

Actalent

Systems Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$70 - $80/hr

The Systems Engineer will help define and refine system architectures, create and maintain ... Ability to collaborate with remote support teams and understand infrastructure requirements.

Qcells

Senior Substation Engineer - Level 4

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$145K - $165K/yr

Remote SENIOR HV ENGINEER - LEVEL 4 Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Houston, TX, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy ...

REI Utility Services

Senior Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$110K - $130K/yr

POSITION DETAILS Job Title Senior Engineer - Substation Reports To Principal Engineer Location Hybrid / Remote FLSA Status Full-Time, Exempt ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Lead design and development of ...

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How much do remote optical engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote optical engineer in Texas is $133,796.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,200.00 and $155,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote optical engineer?

A Remote Optical Engineer designs, analyzes, and tests optical systems and components while working from a remote location. They may be involved in developing lenses, fiber optics, laser systems, or imaging technologies for industries like telecommunications, healthcare, or aerospace. Using simulations and modeling software, they optimize optical performance and troubleshoot design challenges. Collaboration with teams happens virtually, requiring strong communication skills. This role often demands expertise in optics, photonics, and related engineering principles.

What projects or challenges does a remote optical engineer typically work on?

As a Remote Optical Engineer, you may work on projects ranging from designing lenses or laser systems to optimizing fiber optic communications or developing imaging devices. Common challenges include troubleshooting optical alignment remotely, accurately simulating system performance, and ensuring close collaboration with mechanical and electrical engineering teams across different time zones. The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and navigate virtual project management tools is essential for success. These diverse projects offer opportunities to innovate, enhance your technical skills, and contribute to cutting-edge technologies from anywhere.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a remote optical engineer?

To excel as a Remote Optical Engineer, you need a solid understanding of optics, photonics, and optical system design, typically backed by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with simulation tools such as Zemax or LightTools, CAD software, and possibly certifications in optical engineering or fiber optics is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving, effective communication, and self-motivation are key soft skills, especially when working remotely. These skills are vital for delivering precise optical solutions, collaborating efficiently across virtual teams, and managing projects independently.

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HealthShare Application Engineer- Overnight Shift (Remote Opportunity)

Austin, TX • On-site, Remote

VetsEZ
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support and maintain InterSystems HealthShare, Health Connect, IRIS, and related platform technologies in production environments.

  • Develop and implement automation solutions and maintain CI/CD pipelines to improve operational efficiency and streamline software delivery processes.

  • Provide Tier 3 production support and troubleshooting for HealthShare applications and related infrastructure.

Job description

We are currently looking for a HealthShare Application Engineer -Overnight Shift for a 100% remote position supporting a large federal government healthcare modernization project. This role is responsible for supporting and maintaining InterSystems HealthShare and IRIS environments, including platform administration, production support, automation, CI/CD processes, security integrations, and system performance optimization.

This position requires support of an alternative schedule. Candidates must be available to work either Monday-Friday from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM EST or 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM EST, with 12-hour weekend shifts (7:00 AM-7:00 PM EST) on Saturday and Sunday.

The candidate must reside within the continental US.

Responsibilities

  • Support and maintain InterSystems HealthShare, Health Connect, IRIS, and related platform technologies in production environments.
  • Develop and implement automation solutions to improve operational efficiency and streamline software delivery processes.
  • Maintain Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and deployment processes.
  • Perform system administration activities including installation, configuration, patching, backup, recovery, and performance tuning.
  • Manage certificate lifecycle activities and support security integrations including OAuth, SSO, and ADFS.
  • Provide Tier 3 production support and troubleshooting for HealthShare applications and related infrastructure.
  • Configure and support monitoring, alerting, and operational tools to ensure platform availability and reliability.
  • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support team objectives and ensure the success of the project.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • 3+ years of professional experience in information technology, healthcare IT, or federal government contracting environments.
  • Hands-on experience supporting InterSystems HealthShare, Health Connect, IRIS, Ensemble, or Cache environments.
  • Experience administering Linux/Unix-based systems and large middleware applications.
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS.
  • Experience developing or maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Ansible, or similar technologies.
  • Experience with monitoring and observability platforms such as Splunk, Dynatrace, CloudWatch, or equivalent solutions.
  • Familiarity with OAuth, SSO, certificate management, and enterprise authentication technologies.
  • Knowledge of Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and modern software delivery processes.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Additional Qualifications

  • Experience supporting Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare systems or other federal healthcare programs.
  • Experience with healthcare interoperability platforms and technologies.
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate or similar cloud certification.
  • Experience with Python scripting and infrastructure automation.
  • Experience supporting highly available production environments and on-call operations.

Security Clearance Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • All selected candidates must successfully complete a background check.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Government/Public Trust clearance, including required fingerprinting, when required for the position.

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision.
  • 401k with Employer Match.
  • PTO + Federal Holidays.
  • Corporate Laptop.
  • Training Opportunities.
  • Remote Opportunity.

VetsEZ is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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