Magic Leap is hiring a
Principal Optical Engineer

Summary

The job is for a Principal Optical Engineer at Magic Leap, responsible for designing optical components and eyepieces for mixed reality devices. The role requires 10+ years of experience, expertise in diffractive and polarization optics, proficiency in Python, and knowledge of nano-/micro-patterning and replication techniques.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience
• Expert knowledge of diffractive and polarization optics
• Extensive hands-on experience in diffractive optical elements, preferably in the design and fabrication of diffractive optical elements
• Proficiency in Python
• Knowledgeable of nano-/micro-patterning and replication techniques, including optical lithography, interference lithography, and nano-imprint/molding
• High comfort level with scientific programming
• Experience with diffractive optics design and modeling software, such as gsolver, MEEP, Zemax, Lumerical, COMSOL or other packages is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Design optical components and contribute to technical deliverables for the next generation of Mixed Reality experience
• Be a key member of the Eyepiece Design Team with a focus on eyepiece design
• Use custom in-house software and commercial simulation tools for eyepiece design, simulation, layout, and fabrication
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data; technical problem solving; innovating creative solutions, and clear communication of findings
• Engage in cross-functional collaboration with teams such as eyepiece fabrication, materials research and sourcing, metrology teams, and others

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with imaging optics is desired; experience with display optics is preferred
• Experience working in a nanofabrication cleanroom
• Experience with optical measurements
• Experience in materials research
• Experience and familiarity with color science
• Experience with Augmented Reality / Mixed Reality display systems

Benefits

Discretionary bonus, equity, and a fully comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees