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Optical Design Engineer
Optical Design Engineer-October 2024
Sunnyvale
Oct 27, 2025
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About Optical Design Engineer

  Summary:

  Come join a rapidly growing team as an Optical Design Engineer in Reality Labs. You will be responsible for productizing an optical display system that is core to delivering transformative experiences in AR/VR products. You will join an agile team that is laser-focused on releasing product display-systems that are fully hardened for high-volume manufacturing (HVM). We are seeking an Engineer experienced with early technology paths; able to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams to manage optical system requirements, design and maturation and focused on execution while providing clear and effective communication to remove barriers across teams.

  Required Skills:

  Optical Design Engineer Responsibilities:

  Design optical display engines and components for future AR and VR experience.

  Establish and document optical engineering specifications, including key performance metrics and test requirements for optical system and components.

  Perform sensitivity and tolerance analysis aligned with industry supply chain and assembly partners capabilities.

  Contribute to future optics technology roadmap and scope out New Technology Introduction (NTI).

  Collaborate with internal cross functional teams and external industry partners to develop and mature state-of-the-art technologies (e.g. material, process, metrology, and design) to extend the horizon of AR/VR experience.

  Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

  Minimum Qualifications:

  Minimum Qualifications:

  BS in Engineering, Physics, Optics or equivalent work experience.

  3+ years of experience in developing optical systems with multi-disciplinary teams.

  Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) with proven track record of high-volume production.

  Experience in opto-mechanical integration and system design.

  Experience in physical optics lens design CAD tools such as Zemax or Code V.

  Experience working in a lab environment for display or optical systems.

  Preferred Qualifications:

  Preferred Qualifications:

  Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in the field of Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering or related degree.

  5+ years of experience in research or advanced optics development.

  Experience with design/manufacturing of small form-factor imaging systems.

  Rapid prototyping experience (i.e. 3D printing, laser cutting, diamond-turning etc.).

  Experience with multiple full life cycle product launches.

  Experience with ophthalmic design.

  Experience with AR/VR optics design.

  Experience in non-sequential ray modeling tools such as FRED or LightTools.

  Public Compensation:

  $129,000/year to $200,000/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 [email protected].

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