Senior Systems Optical Engineer

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Samsung Semiconductor

Compensation

$138,000 - $206,000/year

San Jose, California, United States

On-site

Posted April 1, 2026

Job Description

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Advancing the World’s Technology Together

Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.

We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.

What You’ll Do

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

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.

What You Bring

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.

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What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investm

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