Senior Systems Optical Engineer

Samsung Research America(4 days ago)

California, San Jose, CA, United StatesOnsiteFull TimeSenior$138,000 - $206,000Engineering

About this role

A Senior Systems Engineer at Samsung Semiconductor leads the design, modeling, simulation, and experimental validation of high-performance optical products and precision lenses, with a focus on LiDAR sensors and electro-optical systems. The role is based at the San Jose headquarters and involves applying advanced physics, optics, and mathematics alongside hands-on prototyping and hardware integration. It reports to a Director and includes approximately 15% travel.

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Required Skills

Optical Design
Ray Tracing
LiDAR Systems
Lens Design
Python
Simulation
Hardware Integration
Data Acquisition

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Physics, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Related Field
PhD in Physics, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Related Field

About Samsung Research America

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Samsung is a global technology company that designs and sells consumer electronics, mobile devices, TVs, home appliances, and related services. In the U.S. it offers Galaxy smartphones and tablets, QLED/OLED and smart TVs, laptops and monitors, plus connected home appliances and IoT integration via SmartThings. Samsung pairs hardware innovation (displays, camera and chipset technology) with software and services to deliver integrated experiences across devices. It sells direct-to-consumer through its website and retail partners while also supplying components and enterprise solutions to industry customers.