Biotech stealth startup seeking a Principal Optical Engineer to drive and scale optical design and development efforts. This role is ideal for an engineer with deep technical expertise and a passion for building world-class optical systems. This role will be a member of the Product Development extended staff team.
About the role
- Partner cross funcitonally to develop and refine optical submodules including detailed design, sub-component selection and optimization, integration with other submodules (fluidics, thermal, etc.), testing and validation, and manufacturing.
- Ensure the optical components and assemblies meet the performance, quality, and scalability needs of our products.
- Work with team members in the lab to set up, execute, and troubleshoot optical experiments on test tables, breadboards, and instrument prototypes.
- Work closely with executive leadership to prioritize R&D initiatives and provide input on product roadmaps.
- Serve as a technical and project lead for Optical supplier interactions.
- Lead efforts to optimize optical performance in terms of resolution, accuracy, SNR, and speed for diverse biological applications.
About you
- Master's degree in Optical Engineering or a related field with 15 years of related experience. PhD preferred.
- Proven history of key contributions to successful products from early stage to product launch and support of on-market products.
- Advanced project management and phase gate development understanding and capability.
- Strong communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
- Significant experience managing third party development and contract manufacturers.
The estimated base salary range for this position is $190,000 - $225,000/year. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors.