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Waveguide Development Engineer, XR

Google

Location

San Jose, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

$159,000 - $231,000 per year

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Job description

The Waveguide Development Engineer role at Google focuses on leading the development and manufacturing of optical systems for augmented reality eyewear displays. This position is part of the XR team, which is dedicated to merging AI with extended reality technologies. The engineer will bridge the gap between design and high-volume production, ensuring that innovative optical solutions are effectively realized. The role requires collaboration with various teams to optimize manufacturing processes and improve product quality.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a specialized field.
  • 4 years of experience in the augmented reality/virtual reality optical system or waveguide display system.
  • Experience in design of experiments (DOE) or statistical process control (SPC).

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement manufacturing processes for optical components and assemblies.
  • Collaborate with design, optical engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure design for manufacturability.
  • Design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) to characterize process parameters.
  • Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis techniques to monitor process stability.
  • Conduct root cause analysis for process issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Benefits

  • Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.

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