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E-3 Tech Solutions

Fiber Optic Tester

Saint Louis, MO · Remote

Must be comfortable with extensive travel and remote work environments (up to 4 weeks at a time) Join Our Team If you're passionate about fiber optics, take pride in your work, and enjoy being part ...

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Fiber Optic Tester

Saint Louis, MO · Remote

Must be comfortable with extensive travel and remote work environments (up to 4 weeks at a time) Join Our Team If youre passionate about fiber optics, take pride in your work, and enjoy being part of ...

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Fiber Optic Tester

Dallas, TX · Remote

Must be comfortable with extensive travel and remote work environments (up to 4 weeks at a time) Join Our Team If you're passionate about fiber optics, take pride in your work, and enjoy being part ...

E-3 Tech Solutions

Fiber Optic Tester

Dallas, TX · Remote

Must be comfortable with extensive travel and remote work environments (up to 4 weeks at a time) Join Our Team If youre passionate about fiber optics, take pride in your work, and enjoy being part of ...

Global Channel Management

Remote Call Center

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

About the job Remote Call Center Remote Call Center needs 2+ years experience Remote Call Center ... optical related technical questions * Ability to cross train in various areas within the Customer ...

Muon Space

Senior Optical Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$166K - $223K/yr

About the role Muon seeks a Senior Optical Engineer to join our team developing infrared remote sensing instruments. You will own stray light control and analysis by defining precise requirements for ...

KBR, Inc.

Opto-Mechanical Designer - Remote

$81K - $122K/yr

Opto-Mechanical Designer - Remote Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! We at KBR share one goal: to ... The designer will also need to be able to develop detailed drawings of these optical elements and ...

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How much do remote optician jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote optician in the United States is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote optician?

A Remote Optician assists customers with eyewear selection, prescription interpretation, and lens recommendations through virtual consultations. They may work for online optical retailers, telehealth platforms, or optometry practices, providing expert guidance on frames, lenses, and vision care. Duties often include troubleshooting vision issues, adjusting prescriptions, and ensuring proper eyewear fittings—all done remotely using digital tools.

What are some typical challenges faced by remote opticians, and how can they be addressed?

Remote Opticians may face challenges such as accurately assessing patient needs without in-person interactions and managing the limitations of virtual fitting tools. To address these, opticians rely on clear communication, detailed patient histories, and advanced tele-optometry software that enables precise measurements and adjustments. Collaboration with on-site optometrists or other eye care professionals is often necessary for complex cases. Staying up to date with virtual care best practices and regularly participating in training can help overcome these challenges and ensure top-quality patient service.

Where do remote opticians make the most money?

Remote opticians tend to earn higher salaries in regions with a higher cost of living and greater demand for eye care services, such as urban areas or affluent regions. Compensation can also vary based on experience, certifications, and the employer, with some remote roles offering competitive pay due to specialized skills and the ability to serve clients nationwide.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote optician?

To excel as a Remote Optician, you should have a background in opticianry, state licensure or certification, and expertise in fitting and adjusting eyeglasses and contact lenses. Familiarity with telehealth platforms, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and optical measurement tools is important for conducting virtual consultations. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and customer service orientation are key soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial to ensure accurate prescriptions, regulatory compliance, and a positive patient experience while working remotely.

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Infographic showing various Remote Optician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,172 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Applied Scientist, Optical (contract) (Remote)

Zetta Technologies

Nashville, TN • Remote

$12K/mo

Full-time, Contractor

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

At Zetta Technologies, our mission is to create the world's most resilient and sustainable optical communications network. Come work alongside industry-leading scientists and engineers to create the technology that will define the next generation of fiber optics.

We are prioritizing candidates in the DC Area and Nashville, but candidates from other locations will be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Validate key technologies involved in next generation fiber optic connections, technical roadmap planning, and key technical solution design and selection;
  • Research and development of optical interconnection related network control, management, monitoring, and other automation requirements, to improve network operation and maintenance efficiency.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or above, major in fiber optics communication, optical networking, optoelectronics, communication/electronic engineering
  • Solid theoretical understanding of fiber optic communication systems including propagation modeling, optical amplifiers, optical and optoelectronic devices
  • Experience with optical networking design software or fiber optic communication system analysis software, such as VPIphotonics/Optiwave, etc
  • Familiar with IEEE802.3, Optical Transport Networking ITU-T recommendations , and OIF standards
  • Interested/have experience with hardware design, such as PCB hardware design experience, and have the ability to select and design optical and electronic chips and devices
  • Working knowledge of computer networking the TCP/IP protocol stack, and those with some knowledge of software programming ability are preferred.

Salary

  • $12,500 / month, minimum three-month contract