Senior Systems Optical Engineer
About The Position
Samsung Semiconductor is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the design, modeling, simulation, and experimental validation of high-performance optical products and precision lenses. You will apply strong fundamentals in physics, optics, and mathematics, alongside hands-on experience in electro-optical prototyping and hardware integration. Your role involves advanced ray-tracing simulations for complex LiDAR systems to generate 3D point cloud data and ensure system-level performance. Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy with an average of 15% travel per month Reports to: Director
Requirements
- Master’s degree with 3+ years experience or PhD in Physics, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 3 + years in automotive semiconductor or sensor industries, focused on optical system design and manufacturing.
- Solid background in physics, optics, and applied mathematics.
- Proven expertise in optical design, modeling, and experimental validation.
- You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
- You’re collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
- Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, modeling, and experimental validation of LiDAR sensors and precision optics.
- Optimize optical architectures using sequential and non-sequential ray-tracing tools (e.g., Zemax, LightTools, or Speos).
- Design high-precision lenses and validate the seamless integration of optical components.
- Develop detailed ray-tracing models for sophisticated LiDAR scanners (multi-beam, scanning mechanisms, and detectors) while assembling and aligning electro-optical setups.
- Simulate environmental interactions to produce accurate 3D point cloud data for algorithm verification and system validation.
- Script custom simulation tools in Python or other languages for error budgeting and performance analysis.
- Execute experimental measurements and data acquisition to drive iterative design improvements and technical reporting.
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
- Enjoy Time Away You’ll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
- Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for your fur babies.
- Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions, you’ll have support no matter where you are.
- Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
- Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That’s why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
