Optical Technology Engineer

Job Title: Optical Technology Engineer

Location: San Jose, CA / Portland, OR
Client: MediaTek

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced professionals inOptical Technology to join a high-performing engineering team. The ideal candidate will contribute to the design, development, and validation of advanced optical systems and components used in next-generation semiconductor and communication technologies.

This role involves working on cutting-edge innovations in optics, imaging, and high-speed data transmission, supporting product development from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and developoptical systems and components for advanced technology platforms
• Performoptical simulations, modeling, and analysis
• Work onoptical signal processing, photonics, and imaging systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, firmware, and system engineers
• Conducttesting, validation, and performance optimization of optical modules
• Troubleshoot and resolveoptical and system-level issues
• Support product development lifecycle fromdesign to deployment
• Document designs, test results, and technical specifications

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
  • Optical Engineering
  • Photonics
  • Electrical Engineering or related field
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Optical system design & analysis
  • Photonics and fiber optics
  • Laser systems and imaging technologies
• Experience with:
  • Optical simulation tools (e.g., Zemax, Code V, Lumerical)
  • High-speed optical communication systems
• Understanding of:
  • Signal integrity and optical performance metrics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience insemiconductor or wireless communication industry
• Knowledge of:
  • AR/VR optics, camera modules, or display technologies
• Exposure tohigh-speed data transmission and optical interconnects
• Familiarity withhardware-software integration