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Optical Engineer
Squad / Bowery Jobs
Kyiv
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Team Summary
At SQUAD, our Image Quality team focuses on testing, qualifying, and improving imaging performance for smart home security and IoT devices. We operate an advanced R&D image quality laboratory, supporting camera hardware development from early research to final qualification.
We are looking for an Optical Engineer to join us. In this role, you will work on research and development, optical testing, and hardware qualification to support the IoT product lineup.
Job Summary
As an Optical Engineer, you will tackle practical R&D tasks, work in our lab, and provide optical engineering support for lens modules and illumination sub-systems throughout the design, analysis, and testing phases.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Specify, select, and qualify optical components for camera modules
- Evaluate how optical elements affect overall camera image quality
- Develop and refine measurement methods for comprehensive image performance evaluation
- Analyze, test, and qualify illumination systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to develop illumination sub-systems.
Qualifications and Skills
- BS, MS, or Ph.D. in Optical Sciences, Optical Physics, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with optical design tools (Zemax or Speos preferred; LightTools, ASAP, or Code V are a plus)
- Solid understanding of core optical components (imaging optics, lightguides, illumination optics)
- Ability to learn and adopt new optical design tools and methods
- At least an Intermediate level in both written and spoken English (B1).
- Nice to have
- Experience with MATLAB
- We offer multiple benefits that include
- The environment of equal opportunities, transparent and value-based corporate culture, and an individual approach to each team member
- Competitive compensation and perks. Annual performance review
- Opportunity to receive a Performance Bonus for your individual achievements and a Loyalty Bonus recognizing your dedication to the company
- Gig-contract
- 21 paid vacation days per year, paid public holidays according to Ukrainian legislation
- Development opportunities like corporate courses, knowledge hubs, and free English classes, as well as educational leaves