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Optical Engineer

Job in Menlo Park, San Mateo County, California, 94029, USA
Listing for: Meta
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-19
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Robotics
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 181390 - 189200 USD Yearly USD 181390.00 189200.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Summary:

Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and Whats App further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology.

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Optical Engineer Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with Meta engineers on the next generation optical communication technology with a particular focus on the testing of optical modules and subsystems for Data Center applications.
  • Work in a collaborative environment across Meta teams including SW, Thermal, Mechanical, and EE.
  • Develop test and simulation methodologies relevant for next-generation, high-speed optical technologies.
  • Develop automation practices and solutions for lab testing.
  • Lead new optical communication NPI programs, working closely with optics vendors and ODMs.
  • Interface with the industry and contribute to the RFI/RFP process for optical solutions.
  • Communicate complex optical hardware requirements to non-experts both internally and to industry-facing stakeholders.
  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or in a computer-related occupation
  • Requires 3 years of experience in the following:
  • Imaging optics for both photographic and computer vision applications
  • Both sequential and non-sequential optical design software (e.g. Zemax, Code V, Light Tools, FRED and/or ASAP)
  • Image quality evaluation, imaging sensor operation and characterization, stray light modeling and analysis, camera module or lens testing and characterization, imaging and illumination optics design and manufacturing
  • Theoretical analysis using MATLAB, Python or similar programs
  • Statistical analysis using MATLAB
  • Public Compensation:

    $181,390/year to $189,200/year + bonus + equity + benefits

    Industry:

    Internet

    Equal Opportunity:

    Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

    We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

    Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

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