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Staff Optical Process Engineer, XR

Google

Location

San Jose, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

$188,000 - $274,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.4% approval-14% YoY
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Job description

As a Staff Optical Process Engineer at Google, you will lead the development of critical optical components for AR/VR display systems. This role focuses on process development and manufacturing readiness for optical components and modules. You will work with a team that is at the forefront of integrating AI with XR technologies. Your expertise will drive innovations in optical manufacturing processes and ensure high-quality production standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 6 years of experience working in mass production optical manufacturing and process engineering.
  • 3 years of experience in technical leadership.
  • Experience with optical metrology devices such as CMM, OMM, or interferometry.
  • Experience managing domestic and international vendors.

Responsibilities

  • Develop precision optical components for AR/VR devices from concept to mass production.
  • Manage external vendor collaborations and oversee Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
  • Design and optimize manufacturing process flows and develop manufacturing tooling.
  • Manage the process major issue list and conduct process troubleshooting.
  • Identify novel materials and fabrication techniques for optical surface generation.

Benefits

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

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Google Llc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

908

FY2026

Approval rate

98.4%

FY2026

LCA certified

4,273

FY2026

Entry-level share

0.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

-14%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-51%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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