Senior Optics Engineer

Imagine yourself

Collaborating with a vibrant diverse team.

Joining a companywith a proven track record of success and an exciting future.

Contributing to a brighter more sustainable future.

Its possible with a role at Sea-Bird Scientific. Headquartered in Bellevue Washington Sea-Bird Scientific a Veralto company is the worlds largest developer and manufacturer of products for the measurement of salinity temperature pressure dissolved oxygen fluorescence nutrients and related oceanographic parameters in marine waters. We offer products to support best-in-class oceanography and climate science. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that is team-centered customer-driven quality-focused and growth-oriented.

At Sea-Bird Scientific and Veralto youll be part of a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility : where the work you do every day directly supports the health and sustainability of our oceans and their ecosystems and where youll have access to robust opportunities to deepen your skillset and develop your career.

We offer : Permissive PTO

Flexible working hours

Professional onboarding and training options

Powerful team looking forward to working with you

Career coaching and development opportunities

Health benefits

401(k)

Are you passionate about advancing ocean science through cutting-edge optical technology Join our R&D team as a Senior Optics Engineer where youll lead the development of next-generation submersible sensors that enable precise measurement of oceanographic parameters using fluorescence transmissometry and radiometry.

In this highly specialized role youll serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for optical components and sensing systems with a strong focus on opto-electronics. Youll architect innovative compact and energy-efficient platforms designed to perform reliably in harsh underwater environments.

This position report to the VP R&D and will be located in Bellevue WA a nd will be on-site.

In this role a typical day will look like :

Act as the SME for optical systems guiding selection and integration of spectrometers detectors light sources fibers gratings and related technologies.

Design model and prototype optical and opto-electronic subsystems for underwater instruments (e.g. fluorescence backscatter absorption).

Develop and validate electronic interfaces for optical sensors including analog front-end circuitry photodiode amplifiers and A / D conversion stages.

Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical and mechanical engineers to ensure low-noise signal acquisition and long-term reliability.

Create algorithms and firmware for signal conditioning noise filtering and calibration of optical data streams.

Lead lab and field calibrations ensuring traceability and repeatability across optical systems.

Support PCB layout and thermal design for opto-electronic modules operating under high-pressure low-temperature conditions.

Innovate new optical architectures focused on miniaturization energy efficiency and ruggedness.

Design and execute experiments to validate performance at both component and system levels.

Document designs test results and analysis to support product development and internal knowledge sharing.

Provide technical leadership in root-cause analysis of field failures and warranty claims.

Stay ahead of advancements in optical science and component technologies identifying opportunities for innovation.

The essential requirements of the job include :

MSc in physics electro-optics optical engineering or related field (PhD preferred).

7 years of demonstrated experience in electro-optical sensor design and development.

Proven expertise in physical optics with ability to design high-sensitivity low-noise and high-

accuracy sensors.

Strong experience with LEDs lasers detectors optical glasses gratings fibers and optical

filters.

Proficiency in optical modeling and system design tools.

Demonstrated ability to incorporate low-cost low-power and modularity considerations into sensor design.

Sea-Bird Scientific is proud to part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE : VLTO) a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water safe food and medicine and trusted essential goods. When you join Veraltos vibrant global network of 17000 associates you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility : where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on and where youll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset pursue your ambitions and grow your career. Together were Safeguarding the Worlds Most Vital Resourcesand building rewarding careers along the way.

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The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associates position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills seniority geographic location performance shift travel requirements sales or revenue-based metrics any collective bargaining agreements and business or organizational needs.

The compensation range for this role is $130000 - $150000 USD per job is also eligible for Bonus Pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off medical / dental / vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note : No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus commission benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion consistent with the law.

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Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

APIs,C / C++,Computer Graphics,Go,React,Redux,Node.js,AWS,Library Services,Assembly,GraphQL,High Voltage

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 130000 - 150000