Optronics Engineer
At Tobii, we develop cutting-edge eye tracking technology that transforms how humans interact with machines. Now we’re looking for an Optronics Engineer—a key player in delivering reliable, high-performance eye trackers that power the future of human-machine interaction.
You’ll be the one who makes it happen
In this role, you’ll design, evaluate, and optimize optical solutions using smart, off-the-shelf components. You’ll work across the full product lifecycle—from concept and prototyping to lab testing and production—collaborating with algorithms, electronics, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless integration. You’ll also drive testing, troubleshooting, and supplier collaboration to make sure our products perform flawlessly.
You’ll join our hardware team of 10+ passionate experts—a close-knit group with great team spirit. We share responsibility, support each other, and always make time to help when needed.
What your day might look like
- Define optical system requirements with system and algorithm engineers.
- Perform stray light analysis to optimize mechanical design for improved performance.
- Automate lab measurements and develop tools for optical system testing
- Evaluate optical components and cameras in the lab.
- Design optical systems using off-the-shelf components.
- Collaborate with sourcing to identify suppliers for optical components.
- Troubleshoot and perform failure analysis on cameras and illuminators.
- Support sales and product management in technical discussions with external partners.
What we’re looking for
- Master’s degree in Optics, Engineering Physics, or related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in optical system development and verification.
- Proficiency in Python for data analysis and measurement automation.
- Hands-on experience with Zemax OpticStudio or similar ray tracing tools.
- Solid understanding of image processing principles and techniques.
- Practical experience working with cameras in machine vision systems.
- Great communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus)
It’s a merit if you also have experience in
- Measuring image quality to support machine learning algorithm development.
- Basic proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks.
- Familiarity with Imatest for image quality evaluation.
- Experience using Blender Python API for optical component simulation.
Sounds like you?
We’re looking for someone with a sharp mind and a curious, flexible, and communicative mindset. We believe you are proactive, self-driven, and take initiative. You communicate clearly and confidently, identify and manage risks effectively, and know how to prioritize your work. You thrive in collaboration and bring a positive, solution-oriented mindset to the table. In short, you’re someone who gets things done—and brings others along for the ride.
Join Tobii and Shape the Future
We’re welcoming, inventive, and doers. Our passion and ways of working have driven our success for over 20 years—and we’re just getting started. Join a close-knit mechatronics team where collaboration and innovation thrive. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Tobii covers a global market with a diverse client roster.
Apply already today!
We are curious about you, so let us know about your background, experiences, and where you’re heading. Please submit your resume or LinkedIn profile through our website. And don’t wait—at Tobii we move quickly!
Welcome to Tobii!
- Departments
- Research and Development
- Role
- Optronics
- Locations
- Sweden
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Flexible work policy
- 60% at the office 40% your preference
The Tobii way
Tobii is an international company that nurtures a welcoming, friendly, and non-hierarchical environment. Across our offices in Europe, North America and Asia, we have a culture where we can be ourselves, talk to anyone, share thoughts, and discuss new ideas. We also make sure to look out for each other on a personal level, and Tobii makes sure to do the same; offering an attractive work-life balance and great benefits. We think this fosters innovative ideas, a creative workplace and – equally important – a fun place to be!
About Tobii
Tobii, founded in 2001, is a global leader in eye tracking and pioneer of attention computing. We are on a mission to improve the world with technology that understands human attention and intent. Creating tech for a better future, our technologies and solutions are applied in areas such as behavioral studies and research, healthcare, assistive tech, education and training, gaming, extended reality, automotive, and more. Tobii's eye tracking is used by thousands of enterprises, universities, and research institutes around the globe. With around 700 employees worldwide, Tobii is headquartered in Stockholm, and its share is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (TOBII).
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