Optics Engineer

About the Company

Neko is redefining what prevention means, from treating illness when it arrives, to sustaining health before it's ever at risk. Our mission is to make data-driven, preventative care accessible to more people through proprietary technology and direct clinical care.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate optical systems for high-resolution medical imaging using Zemax
• Set optical specifications, tolerances, and acceptance criteria in collaboration with mechanical and electrical engineers
• Work with component vendors to qualify parts and manage supply
• Lead the development of illumination systems, imaging optics, and structured-light or laser-based subsystems
• Take designs from prototype to production, including tolerance stack-up analysis and manufacturing yield
• Measure optical system performance through MTF analysis, stray-light testing, and other metrology
• Collaborate with software and AI teams to ensure optical design matches downstream image processing needs
• Contribute to design documentation, risk analysis, and regulatory submissions under ISO 13485 and EU MDR

Requirements

• Degree in optical engineering, photonics, applied physics, or a closely related field
• Hands-on experience designing and building real optical systems from prototype to product
• Deep knowledge of imaging optics, lens design, and illumination engineering
• Experience with optomechanical integration and thermal/mechanical tolerances
• Ability to write optical test protocols and interpret MTF curves
• Strong systems-level design understanding and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical imaging or regulated imaging environments
• Familiarity with ISO 13485, EU MDR, or IEC 60825-1 eye safety standards
• Background in structured light, time-of-flight, or multi-spectral imaging
• Experience with volume manufacturing processes for optical assemblies
• Knowledge of image quality metrics such as noise, dynamic range, and color accuracy
• Proficiency with Zemax OpticStudio or similar software