Design and testing of optical imaging systems for biometric identification systems.
Analysis and specification of production tolerances.
Communication with the customers or suppliers about technical specifications on global scale.
Identification of COTS components, ordering, sample testing.
Providing technical and expert support, contribution to project planning.
Collaboration with electrical, mechanical and software development teams (measurement methods development, programming, optical, electrical and mechanical design, sensor selection, illumination).
Cooperation on product development as well as research projects.
Cooperation/support for industrialization and manufacturing engineering when bringing design to production.
Liaise with and supervise external suppliers on technical subjects (made to order parts or end product manufacturing).
Prototype and test optical imaging and illumination designs.
Optimization and troubleshooting of existing performance test, validation and production processes (including hands-on tuning).
Help troubleshoot optical issues in manufacturing process.

Bachelor or Master degree in applied physics/optical design or relevant discipline (optics, mechanical engineering, precision mechanics).
Past experience in similar position.
Knowledge of geometrical optics and physics.
Knowledge of optical design software Zemax and its macro language for design and tolerancing work.
Working experience of usual optical sensors (CMOS, CCD, etc.).
Experience with semiconductor illumination (LED, laser diodes).
Hands-on experience designing, assembling, and testing optical breadboards, brassboards and prototypes for testing of optical imaging and illumination designs.
Expert advisory to other team members, ability to liaise technical matters with other teams, customer and subcontractors.
Ability to create clear and comprehensive technical reports.
Communication and liaison with customers, external suppliers and subcontractors.

Competitive salary and rewards package.
Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance.
A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture.
Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential.
A part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds.

Lead Optical Engineer

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