Meta Inc
As the Lead Systems Engineer for the optical module, you will drive the end-to-end development and integration of advanced optical modules for AR display products. You will execute validation and verification activities for new product integration to ensure that specified requirements and functions are met.Optical System Engineer ResponsibilitiesLead the development of novel optical combiners that may include diffractive optics, reflective optics, and classical optics, serving as a key component in AR display productsDrive system architecture and requirements definition to create new AR experiences, and help advance technology and research roadmapsWork on all aspects of system engineering from initial identification of risk and issues at the operational level through to the strategic decision processesDemonstrated experience of trying new approaches, balancing risk and impact for developing requirements and verification related deliverables, such as specifications, design criteria, system descriptions, and verification trackingDevelop processes to ensure proper documentation at all stages of product development, requirements flow, verification, validation, and interactions between various subsystemsCoordinate and lead cross-functional teams including optical, mechanical, materials, and manufacturing engineers to deliver solutions on scheduleLead the hardware product development flow, from initial design and prototyping through integration, validation, and large-scale productionDevelop and execute comprehensive verification and validation strategies to ensure that hardware systems meet the specified requirements and function correctly in the intended environmentFacilitate effective communication across teams, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned on priorities, timelines, and deliverablesContribute to program management activities, tracking progress, resolving issues, and ensuring key milestones are metDocument and communicate technical decisions, trade-offs, and system-level impacts for both technical and non-technical stakeholdersMinimum QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field8+ years of experience in systems design and integration, with a focus on optical modules or AR/VR display systemsExperience with optical systems, and general knowledge of optics including imaging, illumination, diffractive optics, radiometry and colorimetry, physical and geometric optics, and polarizationDemonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in a hardware product development environment through to completion while balancing evolving priorities and a broad range of stakeholdersProven experience with system requirements flow-down, module interface definition, and end-to-end validationPreferred QualificationsExperience with AR/VR display technologies, waveguides, or diffractive opticsFamiliarity with consumer electronics manufacturing processes, supplier engagement, and mass production rampExperience in one or more optical design tools such as Zemax, Code V, LightTools, FRED, or ASAPExperience in design for manufacturing design for cost, quality control and statistical analysis using JMP, Matlab, Python, or similar programsExperience managing time-sensitive projects through to completion while balancing evolving priorities and a broad range of stakeholdersExperience with program management or technical leadership rolesFor those who live in or expect to work from California if hired for this position, please click here for additional information. About MetaMeta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics. 170 000 USD/year to 240 000 USD/year + bonus + equity + benefitsIndividual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. 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