Optical Engineer II
Optical Engineer II
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$ 88200 - 132400
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Job Description
The optical engineer will be part of a dynamic and talented engineering group focused on innovative optical system development for next generation sequencing. The engineer will be responsible for testing and integration in an interdisciplinary team environment. The preferred candidate will be a self-starter with a hands-on detail-oriented and analytical approach to testing and integration.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assemble align test troubleshoot and integrate breadboards to demonstrate feasibility
- Collaborate with cross-functional global teams: engineering software supplier chain manufacturing and field service etc.
- Ability and willingness to engage in multiple projects while keeping up with aggressive timelines
- Develop and document workflow and test results for system verification and validation protocols
- Assist in troubleshooting module-level and system-level issues
- Contribute to root-cause analysis experiments and present findings to project teams
- Provide product support for pre- and post-launch activities
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- or in optical engineering engineering physics or related discipline
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 1 to 3 years hands-on experience with optics and optical instrumentation
- Familiarity with both component-level and system-level optical specification and design
- Familiarity with optical alignment methodologies and equipment
- Familiarity with optical test methodologies and equipment
- Proficiency in design and analysis using ZEMAX or similar software; familiarity with both imaging and non-imaging illumination design
- Strong and proactive communication and presentation skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Familiarity/Experience with fluorescence microscopy
- Proficiency in Python for image processing and data analysis
- Proficiency in SolidWorks
- Familiarity with opto-mechanical tolerance analysis
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The estimated base salary range for the Optical Engineer II role based in the United States of America is: $88200 - $132400. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including but not limited to an individuals qualifications location where the role is to be performed internal equity and alignment with market data. Additionally all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work including access to genomics sequencing family planning health/dental/vision retirement benefits and paid time off.We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.
Employment Type
Full-Time
