Optical Scientist Salary in Hayward, CA

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How much does an Optical Scientist make in Hayward, CA? The average Optical Scientist salary in Hayward, CA is $122,183 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $103,616 and $147,233. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Senior Optical Engineer

Spectral MD Inc - Dallas , TX

Bachelor's or graduate degree in biomedical engineering, optical sciences, applied physics or related field * Experience working in a multidisciplinary environment producing high quality products on ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 62 days ago

Principal Electro-Optical Engineer

LWS (Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions) - Fremont , CA

S. in physics, optical science, engineering or a related discipline * 10 years of related work experience in elect

LinkedIn - 63 days ago

Optical HW Test Engineer (Optical Metrology and Image Processing)

Basic Solutions - Redmond , WA

MS in Optical Science or Physics · 2+ years' experience in optical metrology for components, modules, or in AR/VR products. · Experience developing optical measurement setups, optical alignment ...

ZipRecruiter - 69 days ago

Senior Precision Optics Manufacturing Engineer - Apple Vision Pro

Apple - Sunnyvale , CA

... optical designers, materials scientists, and manufacturing specialists, to achieve project ... objectives - Communicate effectively with team members, providing technical expertise and updates ...

Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 46 days ago

Metrology Engineer

Intelliswift Software - Redmond , WA

The main function of a metrology engineer is to test and debug advanced optical systems Top 3 must ... science.

LinkedIn - 73 days ago

Scientist, R&D Optics

RXSIGHT INC - Aliso Viejo , CA

This job involves working with a team of scientists to develop a light-adjustable intraocular lens ... The position requires a working knowledge of standard optical testing techniques (interferometry ...

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What does an Optical Scientist do?

Common responsibilities of an Optical Scientist

Collaborate with the larger research team to explore concepts, perform trades and drive optical system development to create compelling experiences.

May 08, 2023

Demonstrated analytic and critical thinking skills for pan chromatic, multi-, and hyperspectral visible and infrared electro-optical sensor system performance quantification, including radiometry, stray light, optical design/ray-tracing, testing, and data exploitation.

August 12, 2022

Works with other functions of the company to communicate needs (budget, manpower, instrumentation) and results (technical reviews, white papers, instructions and more).

January 18, 2023

Contribute to our team of innovative technologists by conceiving advanced-technology solutions based on novel applications of physics and optical-sciences principles or amalgamation of multiple physical phenomenology.

January 26, 2023

Supports the generation of engineering products by using the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the electrical development life cycle.

February 07, 2023

Lead application research for compact, wearable biophotonic systems that involve digital and analog circuits, microcontrollers, optics, communication components, and other components.

February 24, 2023

Provide performance analysis, data processing, and design requirements for electro-optical sensor systems and payloads, including using optical design codes such as CodeV/Zemax.

February 26, 2023

Develop modeling, simulation, and exploitation algorithms for visible and infrared imaging radiometers and spectral imaging sensors, including physical optics phenomena such as beam propagation and diffraction.

March 17, 2023

Design and develop custom optical neuroimaging instruments in collaboration with hardware and software engineering team members.

March 22, 2023

Assists in the development and validation of electromagnetic requirements for electrical\electronic systems, mechanical systems, interconnects and structures.

April 15, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Optical Scientist in Hayward, CA

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103616

147233

122183

Average Total Cash Compensation

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103847

147557

122295

What is the average salary for Optical Scientist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Optical Scientist in Hayward, CA. The base salary for Optical Scientist ranges from $103,616 to $147,233 with the average base salary of $122,183. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $103,847 to $147,557 with the average total cash compensation of $122,295.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$122,183	$103,616 - $147,233
Bonus	$113	$231 - $324
Total Pay	$122,295	$103,847 - $147,557

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Optical Scientist Salary Near Hayward, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $106,559 - $151,416	COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,786 - $147,475	COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Concord, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $96,544 - $137,184	COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Berkeley, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,786 - $147,475	COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $106,338 - $151,101	COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Antioch, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $97,926 - $139,149	COMPARE TO Hayward, CA

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About Hayward, California

Hayward (/ˈheɪwərd/; formerly Haywards, Haywards Station, and Haywood) is a city located in Alameda County, California in the East Bay subregion of the San Francisco Bay Area. With a 2014 population of 149,392, Hayward is the sixth largest city in the Bay Area and the third largest in Alameda County. Hayward was ranked as the 37th most populous municipality in California. It is included in the San Francisco–Oakland–Fremont Metropolitan Statistical Area by the US Census. It is located primarily between Castro Valley and Union City, and lies at the eastern terminus of the San Mateo–Hayward Bridg...

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