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Brief #11107Updated 30 JUN 2026KYIVGreenhouseSOFTWARE COMPANIES
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Intern Optical Engineer

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Location
Kyiv
Company size
10–50
Posted
6d ago
Via
Greenhouse
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Job Title
Intern Optical Engineer
Job Location
Kyiv
Job Description

Job Summary

As an Optical Engineer Intern, you will work closely with experienced engineers to solve complex technical challenges, support optical engineering activities for lens modules and illumination subsystems, and contribute throughout the design, analysis, and testing stages. You will gain hands-on experience in our R&D lab, helping to develop, evaluate, and validate image quality across a diverse portfolio of products.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Run optical tests, conduct measurements and check devices
  • Support of Optical Engineers in daily routine work

Qualifications and Skills

  • BS or MS in Optics, Applied Physics or related field
  • Understanding of basic optics principles
  • Ability to easily learn new methods of optical designing and testing
  • Good time management and organization skills to complete projects on time and according to the specifications
  • Good written and spoken English

Nice to have

  • Personal interest in camera technologies and optics 
  • Understanding of photography principles

We offer multiple benefits that include

  • The environment of equal opportunities, transparent and value-based corporate culture, and an individual approach to each team member
  • Competitive compensation and perks. 
  • Gig-contract (6 months)
  • 21 paid vacation days per year, paid public holidays according to Ukrainian legislation
  • Development opportunities like corporate courses, knowledge hubs, and free English classes as well as educational leaves
  • Medical insurance is provided from day one. Sick leaves and medical leaves are available
  • Free meals, fruits, and snacks when working in the office.

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Squad Headquarters Location

New York, NY

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Squad Company Size

Between 10 - 50 employees

Squad Founded Year

2015

Squad Total Amount Raised

$3,100,000

Squad Funding Rounds

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  • Seed

    $3,100,000 USD

  • Seed

    $3,100,000 USD

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