Magic Leap · 1 hour ago
Sr Software Engineer, Optical Systems
Boulder, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $155K/yr
5+ years expMagic Leap is a pioneer in Augmented Reality optics and display systems. The Sr Optical Engineer will develop and manufacture innovative optical components for AR/MR devices, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance image quality and performance metrics.
Augmented RealityComputer VisionConsumer ElectronicsGenerative AIVideoWearables
Hiring Manager
Clark Padilla
Responsibilities
Contribute to development of new test metrics, test stations, and device alignment stations for prototype components and subsystems that measure image quality, radiometric, and colorimetric quantities to assess performance
Collaborate with other engineering teams within Magic Leap to understand the key design parameters of their specific technology and how to properly evaluate them
Drive efficiency and consistency by automating image acquisition and processing workflows
Evaluate components and subsystem test results using image processing algorithms to quantify performance versus established metrics
Contribute to fast-moving and collaborative software projects using modern revision control and scalable architecture designs
Qualification
Required
5+ years of industry or academic experience with object-oriented software development (Python, C++, C#)
Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
Strong foundation in image processing and computer vision, particularly in display image quality assessment and feature detection
Adept at designing and developing robust software architectures and projects
Experience developing GUI-based applications in Python and other languages
Familiarity with optics, camera systems, and imaging instrumentation
Solid understanding of programming paradigms and their appropriate applications
Background in hardware test automation and developing custom test or alignment systems, including integration with equipment APIs and automation tools
Experience with code collaboration tools like GitLab, GitHub, etc
Proven ability to analyze and troubleshoot optical metrology tools, conduct repeatability tests, and summarize results using statistical analyses
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective collaboration across teams and departments
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Advanced degree (MS or higher) in Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Data Science, or a related field
Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, etc.)
Experience with the Qt framework
Knowledge of color science and colorimetry principles
Prior experience in the AR/VR industry, with an understanding of its unique challenges and opportunities
Experience with software testing and deployment strategies (CI/CD, unit test frameworks)
Benefits
Discretionary bonus
Fully comprehensive benefits package
Company
Magic Leap
Magic Leap is a proprietary wearable technology that enables users to interact with digital devices in a completely visually cinematic way.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.27BKey Investors
Public Investment FundNTT DoCoMoTemasek Holdings
2025-10-18Private Equity· $205M
2024-01-16Debt Financing· $590M
2021-10-11Series Unknown· $500M
Leadership Team
Brian Clark
Project Manager, Systems Architecture
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