Software Engineer II
Company: Ocean Optics
Location: Rochester, NY 14607
Salary: $93,000 - $97,500 a year
Type: Full-time
Posted: 2026-04-20
About this role
About Us: Ocean Optics is a fast-paced, high performing and high growth organization that was recently named one of Orlando's Best Places to work! Our people thrive in an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative culture. Join our team of instigators of the possible where WE MEASURE WHAT MATTERS .For more information please visit http://www.oceanoptics.com
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Join our innovative team as a Software Engineer II, where you’ll roll up your sleeves and learn by doing. In this role, you will support the development of innovative spectroscopy instruments by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of experienced engineers and scientists. This full-time position offers an immersive experience in system architecture, hands-on design, and cross-functional project collaboration, all while contributing to a dynamic new product development portfolio.
Specifically, this role will involve:
- Systems Architecture: Contribute to both high-level system frameworks and low-level design details. Integrate subsystems, participate in testing, and observe how technical decisions align with broader business goals.
- Hands-on Development: Get involved with the end-to-end process—from initial concept and design to build, test, and pilot shipments.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineers and scientists from other disciplines, including electrical and optomechanical engineering, color science, spectroscopy, and data analysis.
- Technical Reporting: Design and conduct experiments, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to support future development decisions.
- Other duties as assigned.
ABOUT THE CANDIDATE
We’re looking for a passionate candidate who is eager to learn and contribute to groundbreaking products. The ideal candidate should have:
- Educational Background: Completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Work Experience: 4+ years of w...