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Staff Optical Engineer

Average Staff Optical Engineer Salary

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$99,778
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$56k
MEDIAN
$100k
90%
$155k

The average salary for a Staff Optical Engineer is $99,778 in 2025

Base Salary
$56k - $155k
Bonus
$999 - $22k
Profit Sharing
$981 - $25k
Commission
$0 - $36k
Total Pay
$56k - $168k
Based on 2,749 salary profiles (last updated Aug 04 2021)
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3.7 out of 5
(571)
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Common Health Benefits for a Staff Optical Engineer

Medical
92%
Dental
85%
Vision
77%
None
7%

Gender Breakdown for Staff Optical Engineers

Male
79.6%
Female
19.8%
Prefer to self-define
0.6%
This data is based on 1,575 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Staff Optical Engineers

What is the highest pay for Staff Optical Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Staff Optical Engineer is $155k / year

What is the lowest pay for Staff Optical Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Staff Optical Engineer is $56k / year

How can Staff Optical Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Staff Optical Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Staff Optical Engineer that oversees more junior Staff Optical Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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