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Optical Engineer - Medical Imaging | YaYa Scientific
Optical Engineer - Medical Imaging | YaYa ScientificYaYa Scientific • Franklin, TN, US
Optical Engineer - Medical Imaging | YaYa Scientific

Optical Engineer - Medical Imaging | YaYa Scientific

YaYa Scientific • Franklin, TN, US
11 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Optical Engineer – Medical Imaging | YaYa Scientific

Franklin, TN | Full-Time | On-Site

About YaYa Scientific

YaYa Scientific is developing Alina , an advanced medical imaging platform designed to enhance visualization and precision in surgical and clinical environments. Our interdisciplinary team combines expertise in optics, electronics, and biomedical engineering to create technologies that push the boundaries of medical imaging innovation.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Optical Engineer to join our team in Franklin, Tennessee and contribute to the continued development of the Alina medical imaging system. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in optical system design, testing, and integration, with a strong background in medical imaging, optics, or optoelectronics . Experience in electrical engineering or system-level integration is a plus.

Experience designing optical systems within tight size and space constraints is especially valuable, as the Alina platform emphasizes compactness and integration without sacrificing image performance.

This position is fully in-person and offers the opportunity to collaborate directly with a small, focused team driving innovation in clinical imaging technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, model, and test optical subsystems for medical imaging applications
  • Perform optical simulations, tolerance analyses, and prototype evaluations
  • Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to achieve system-level performance and compact designs
  • Conduct optical alignment, calibration, and image quality validation
  • Support documentation, design reviews, and product development under relevant medical device standards

Qualifications

  • PhD preferred Bachelor's or Master's degree required in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • 3+ years of professional or research experience in optical design or medical imaging system development
  • Proficiency with optical design tools (e.g., Zemax, Code V, LightTools, or equivalent)
  • Strong understanding of imaging optics, illumination design, and optoelectronic integration
  • Experience developing optical systems under tight spatial or mechanical constraints (preferred)
  • Hands-on experience with lab-based prototyping, optical testing, and data analysis
  • Excellent technical communication and collaboration skills
  • Eligibility requirement : U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Why Join YaYa Scientific

  • Be part of a startup environment where your contributions have a direct and visible impact
  • Work on a pioneering medical imaging platform with real-world clinical potential
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team passionate about innovation and precision engineering
  • Grow with the company as we move from prototype to product
  • If you're an Optical Engineer excited to shape the future of medical imaging technology , we'd love to hear from you.

    Apply on LinkedIn or send your resume to customerservice@yayasci.com

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