At Meta’s Reality Labs Research, our goal is to make world-class consumer virtual, augmented, and mixed reality experiences. Come work alongside industry-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. We are currently seeking innovative scientists with experience designing, modeling, and prototyping advanced optical systems for near-to-eye display applications. This is a full-time position and requires an advanced degree in Optical Sciences, Engineering, Physics, or similar, and a strong background in optical system design and innovation. Successful candidates must be comfortable working in a dynamic, cross-functional team.

Optical Scientist: Computational Optics Responsibilities:

• Develop novel concepts and technologies for next generation Near-Eye Displays (NEDs) and sensors.
• Explore the co-design space between display, optics, and sensors.
• Implement proof-of-concept hardware prototypes that redefine the state-of-the-art in AR/MR.
• Engage cross-functionally with researchers and engineers to explore innovative concepts that advance the entire pipeline (hardware, software, integration, infrastructure and applications), and create compelling future AR/MR experiences.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD degree or equivalent experience in Optical Sciences, Physics, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• General knowledge of optics including imaging, illumination, radiometry and colorimetry, physical and geometric optics, and polarization.
• Proven record in developing complex systems involving optics, mechanics, and automation.
• 3+ years of experience with scientific programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, and Mathematica).
• 3+ years of experience working with system-level prototyping work, including hands-on prototyping of bench-top optical components.
• 3+ years of experience with optics technologies with one or more of the following: physical optics, computational optics, holography, display optics, imaging, illumination, stray light analysis, radiometry and photometry.
• Experience working, communicating, and collaborating in a cross-functional environment with minimal direction.