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ABOUT SYLUX

SYLUX is an innovative company specializing in infrared sensing and AI‑driven perception technologies for automotive safety. The company is committed to improving vehicle awareness and recognition capabilities in darkness, fog, glare, and other low‑visibility environments. By combining infrared cameras, AI algorithms, and advanced perception platforms, SYLUX helps next‑generation ADAS and intelligent vehicles go beyond the limits of conventional sensors, enabling more consistent and reliable detection of pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users, while setting a higher benchmark for future road safety. This infrared heritage also serves as the foundation for SYLUX’s expansion into broader ADAS perception and intelligent sensing solutions.

OUR CULTURE

We believe innovation happens when people do what they love and have the opportunity to grow. SYLUX is powered by some of the brightest talents from around the world, working together to push creative and technical boundaries on behalf of our clients and their products. Every day we strive to create an environment where people can grow and learn from each other, while receiving the support to do the best while working on what they love.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Senior Optical Systems Engineer to join our SYLUX development team, based in Goleta, California. The Senior Optical Systems Engineer candidate will contribute to the development of optical‑based ADAS cameras, including thermal infrared, for advanced driver assistance systems.

Major responsibilities

• Develop optical system requirements.
• Support customer RFQ responses.
• Contribute to the development of new optics suppliers.
• Improve calibration and simplify image signal processing techniques.
• Verify product performance goals are met through analysis and hands‑on testing of hardware.
• Apply problem‑solving techniques to resolve issues arising during development and production.
• Contribute to the development and application of new lower‑cost optics technologies to reduce cost.

Desired qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years experience developing optical systems for automotive and/or equivalent high‑quality camera systems, including optical design, lens component design specifications, sourcing and testing.
• MS / Ph.D. in Optics, Physics and/or Systems Engineering.
• Expertise with optical design tools.
• High‑volume camera manufacturing experience, including validation, PPAP, safe‑launch and 8D troubleshooting processes.
• Familiarity with alternate optics technologies for reduced cost, e.g., metalenses and multi‑level diffractive optics.

Travel

Less than 10 %

Benefits at SYLUX Inc.

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Excellent 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Generous PTO policy.
• Company paid holidays.

SYLUX Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to any protected status.