Camera Optical Architect - Kargo

At Kargo, our mission is to build a connective tissue between the physical world of freight and the digital ecosystem used to manage it. We believe that advancements in smart infrastructure are critical to enabling a safer and more efficient future for logistics.  Our loading dock sensor platform verifies all incoming and outgoing freight, aggregating data that enables shippers and carriers to efficiently manage dock operations, switch out suppliers and understand material flow in real time. 

We care deeply about delivering the best solutions for our customers. As a member of the Kargo team, you will have the opportunity to develop and deploy tomorrow’s hardware & software solutions and help revolutionize logistics.

Responsibilities

• Development and testing of our camera-based computer vision system, including ideation and early concept development, modeling, proof of concept assembly, testing and analysis.
• Work with Sales and Product team members to refine system optical requirements for our camera and illumination system.
• Review optical models, both lens and system level using simulation software.
• Design lab test protocols and image quality metrics for lens, module, and camera shroud evaluation.
• Work with suppliers to get optical components and subassemblies manufactured per specification.

Experience

• 1-3+ years of experience in designing, building, and validating imaging optics at scale.
• Experience in lens and illumination system, testing, and validation. 
• Familiarity with optical simulation design using Zemax, LightTools, FRED, TracePro, or CODEV. 
• Experience with testing and troubleshooting for validating optics in both prototype and production scenarios.
• Degree in Optical Science/Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in lens selection, design, and tolerance analysis.
• Experience in mass production of optical devices preferred.
• Experience with CMOS Image sensors or related imaging area preferred.