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Holobeam Technologies · 1 day ago

Optical Engineer / Optics Specialist

Holobeam Technologies is a fast-growing, mission-driven startup developing next-generation optical and laser-based medical imaging systems. They are seeking a hands-on Laser / Optical / Fiber Optics Research Scientist to develop critical optical subsystems and translate advanced photonics research into real-world medical devices that improve patient outcomes.

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Responsibilities

Design, build, and experimentally validate advanced laser, fiber-optic, and interferometric systems
Develop coherent optical architectures, including active feedback, phase-locking, and electro-optical servo control
Perform precision alignment and integration of free-space and fiber-based optical systems
Implement wavefront shaping, phase modulation, and structured illumination (SLMs, DLPs, etc.)
Troubleshoot and optimize optical, electro-optical, and piezo-based subsystems
Collaborate closely with a small, highly technical team to drive rapid iteration
Stay current with emerging advances in photonics and medical imaging

Qualification

Optical EngineeringLaser system designInterferometryFiber opticsMATLABPhotonicsCollaborationProblem-solvingAdaptability

Required

BS, MS or PhD graduates, or 3 years of relevant industry experience in Optical Engineering, Physics, Photonics, or related field
Strong hands-on experience with: Spatial light modulators (SLMs), structured light, imaging through scattering media, interferometric imaging, etc
Precision fiber optics is a big plus
Laser system design and integration
Interferometry and optical phase control
Free-space and fiber-optic alignment
Feedback-controlled electro-optical systems
Fourier optics and coherent optical systems
Experience with MATLAB, Mathematica, or LabVIEW (Python/C++ a plus)
Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment
Collaborative, mission-driven, and technically rigorous

Preferred

Experience in Optical Coherence Tomography, digital holography, or 3D imaging
Background in medical imaging, infrared systems, or nonlinear optics
Familiarity with Zemax, COMSOL, or similar tools

Benefits

Competitive salary
Equity
Bonuses
Full benefits
Relocation support to Long Island, NY

Company

Holobeam Technologies

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Holobeam Technologies develops medical technology for diagnostic imaging and treatment of cancer, blood vessel plaques, and other diseases.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Gene Dolgoff
Founder, CEO, CTO, Chairman
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