Research Scientist, Optical Design (PhD)

Meta
$117,000 - $173,000
Redmond, Washington
Full time
3 weeks ago
At Reality Labs, our goal is to make world-class consumer virtual, augmented, and mixed reality experiences. Come work alongside world leading scientists and engineers to create the technology that makes VR and AR pervasive and universal. Join the adventure of a lifetime as we make science fiction real and change the world.
Our Optics, Photonics, and Light Systems (OPALS) Research group is looking for an Optical Scientist with passion for innovation in novel near-eye display technology to join our team. We are seeking a scientist to conceptualize, design and model advanced optical components relevant to future Augmented Reality display architectures. Successful candidates must work in a dynamic, cross-functional team and exhibit first-principles understanding of diffractive, and holographic optical technologies.
You will join a highly cross-functional team tasked with concept innovation, design, development, and prototyping of optical components to support future AR optics productization. This role requires close collaboration with internal cross functional partners and external vendors to define and deliver complex solutions to support process development, quality control and performance optimization. You will receive full support from the management and leadership team to grow your technical skills.Research Scientist, Optical Design (PhD) ResponsibilitiesMinimum QualificationsPreferred Qualifications For those who live in or expect to work from California if hired for this position, please click here for additional information. About Meta Meta 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.
117.000 $/year to 173.000 $/year + bonus + equity + benefits

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