Meta Reality Labs is looking to solve the problem of creating the future of virtual and augmented reality, which will become as universal and essential as smartphones and personal computers, by developing all the necessary technologies, including optics and displays, computer vision, audio, graphics, brain-computer interface, haptic interaction, eye/hand/face/body tracking, perception science, and true telepresence.
Requirements
- Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Ph.D. degree in Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computational Imaging, or relevant technical field
- 2+ years experience in at least one of the following areas of optical research: wave optics, polarization optics, diffraction optics, or geometrical optics, metasurface, computational EM, emphasizing modeling and/or prototyping
- 2+ years experience with scientific programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, and Mathematica)
- Experience working with optical design programs such as Ansys Lumerical, COMSOL, Zemax OpticStudio, Code V, LightTools, FRED, or similar
- Experience with experimental optics and conducting laboratory work (i.e., demonstrated ability to construct proof-of-concept systems and to evaluate performance)
- Experience in system-level prototyping work, including hands-on prototyping of bench-top optical components
- Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at leading workshops or conferences such as JOSA, SPIE, OSA, IEEE, CLEO, or similar
Responsibilities
- Design and simulate photonic integrated circuits (PICs) utilizing anisotropic and birefringent materials for novel optical functionalities.
- Develop and apply advanced simulation tools and methodologies for analyzing light propagation, polarization control, and device performance within anisotropic media.
- Explore innovative waveguide designs and photonic components (e.g., modulators, filters, couplers) specifically tailored for the unique properties of anisotropic birefringent materials.
- Collaborate with materials scientists and fabrication engineers to understand material limitations and opportunities, guiding PIC design for manufacturability.
- Analyze the impact of material anisotropy and birefringence on overall PIC performance, including polarization dependence, crosstalk, and loss.
- Contribute to the development of design rules and best practices for PICs in anisotropic material platforms.
- Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals.
Other
- Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
- Intent to return to the degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op
- Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment
- Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Ph.D. degree
- Must be willing to work from California if hired for this position
