Diffractive Display Engineer (Design & Optimisation)
Snap Inc
Diffractive Display Engineer (Design & Optimisation)
Job Description
Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.The Company operates Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world, and Specs Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary dedicated to making computing more human, in addition to Bitmoji, Saturn, and other digital services.Specs Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Snap Inc. dedicated to making computing more human. The company develops Specs, advanced eyewear that seamlessly integrates digital experiences into the physical world.Specs feature see-through lenses that place digital objects directly into three-dimensional space, powered by Snap OS, a proprietary, context-aware operating system designed for natural interaction with your hands and voice.Specs Inc. also provides Lens Studio, a full suite of advanced developer tools that powers immersive augmented reality experiences across Specs, Snapchat, and other services. We’re looking for a Diffractive Display Engineer (Design & Optimisation) to join the Spectacles team at Snap Inc. !What you’ll do:Use in-house optical design tools and techniques for development of new displays for augmented reality (AR)Support the development of novel optical design software to enable efficient analysis of advanced optical systemsContribute to the development of new AR waveguide designs suitable for high volume production at low costDevelop new optical structures and architectures to enhance the performance of our AR waveguidesIncorporate data from physical measurements of nanostructures into models (from SEM, AFM etc) Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams bring up new AR waveguide designs for manufactureKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Experience in physics based design and optimisationExperience using python for computation and optimisationExperience using scripting to interface with in-house or commercial simulation toolsGood organisation and planning skills suitable for high risk R&D projectsAdaptable to deliverables on short timescalesStrong verbal / written communication and reasoning skillsFlexible and collaborative attitude appropriate for a dynamic R&D environment Minimum Qualifications: PhD in mathematics, physics or engineering or 4+ years of relevant industry experience.Preferred Qualifications:Working knowledge of physical/diffractive optics modelling (FDTD, RCWA/FMM etc)Working knowledge of optical raytracing algorithmsWorking knowledge of polarisation analysis, including Jones calculus and related techniquesExperience contributing to collaborative codebases using Git.Experience with using AI coding tools efficientlyBackground knowledge in optics including imaging, illumination, geometric optics, radiometry and photometryBackground knowledge in optical metrology techniquesBackground knowledge in the manufacture of diffractive or nanophotonics optical devices such as nanophotonics mastering, replication by nanoimprint lithography or photolithography, and optical coatingsIf you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information."Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week. At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!
Locations
- Abingdon - 141 Park Drive
Skills Required
- physical/diffractive optics modellingintermediate
- optical raytracing algorithmsintermediate
- polarisation analysisintermediate
- using AI coding tools efficientlyintermediate
Required Qualifications
- PhD in mathematics, physics or engineering or 4+ years of relevant industry experience. (experience, 4 years)
- PhD in mathematics, physics or engineering or 4+ years of relevant industry experience. (experience, 4 years)
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of physical/diffractive optics modelling (FDTD, RCWA/FMM etc) (experience)
- Working knowledge of optical raytracing algorithms (experience)
- Working knowledge of polarisation analysis, including Jones calculus and related techniques (experience)
- Experience contributing to collaborative codebases using Git. (experience)
- Experience with using AI coding tools efficiently (experience)
- Background knowledge in optics including imaging, illumination, geometric optics, radiometry and photometry (experience)
- Background knowledge in optical metrology techniques (experience)
- Background knowledge in the manufacture of diffractive or nanophotonics optical devices such as nanophotonics mastering, replication by nanoimprint lithography or photolithography, and optical coatings (degree in the manufacture of diffractive or nanophotonics optical devices such as nanophotonics mastering)
- Working knowledge of physical/diffractive optics modelling (FDTD, RCWA/FMM etc) (experience)
- Working knowledge of optical raytracing algorithms (experience)
- Working knowledge of polarisation analysis, including Jones calculus and related techniques (experience)
- Experience contributing to collaborative codebases using Git. (experience)
- Experience with using AI coding tools efficiently (experience)
- Background knowledge in optics including imaging, illumination, geometric optics, radiometry and photometry (experience)
- Background knowledge in optical metrology techniques (experience)
- Background knowledge in the manufacture of diffractive or nanophotonics optical devices such as nanophotonics mastering, replication by nanoimprint lithography or photolithography, and optical coatings (degree in the manufacture of diffractive or nanophotonics optical devices such as nanophotonics mastering)
- "Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week. (experience)
- Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success! (experience)
Responsibilities
- Use in-house optical design tools and techniques for development of new displays for augmented reality (AR)
- Support the development of novel optical design software to enable efficient analysis of advanced optical systems
- Contribute to the development of new AR waveguide designs suitable for high volume production at low cost
- Develop new optical structures and architectures to enhance the performance of our AR waveguides
- Incorporate data from physical measurements of nanostructures into models (from SEM, AFM etc)
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams bring up new AR waveguide designs for manufacture
- Use in-house optical design tools and techniques for development of new displays for augmented reality (AR)
- Support the development of novel optical design software to enable efficient analysis of advanced optical systems
- Contribute to the development of new AR waveguide designs suitable for high volume production at low cost
- Develop new optical structures and architectures to enhance the performance of our AR waveguides
- Incorporate data from physical measurements of nanostructures into models (from SEM, AFM etc)
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams bring up new AR waveguide designs for manufacture
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Experience in physics based design and optimisation
- Experience using python for computation and optimisation
- Experience using scripting to interface with in-house or commercial simulation tools
- Good organisation and planning skills suitable for high risk R&D projects
- Adaptable to deliverables on short timescales
- Strong verbal / written communication and reasoning skills
- Flexible and collaborative attitude appropriate for a dynamic R&D environment
- Experience in physics based design and optimisation
- Experience using python for computation and optimisation
- Experience using scripting to interface with in-house or commercial simulation tools
- Good organisation and planning skills suitable for high risk R&D projects
- Adaptable to deliverables on short timescales
- Strong verbal / written communication and reasoning skills
- Flexible and collaborative attitude appropriate for a dynamic R&D environment
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