Sr. Design Characterization Engineer

ENGINEERING Santa Clara, California


Description

We are looking for a qualified Characterization Engineer to work in close collaboration with the product design and R&D teams. The Characterization Engineer will apply knowledge of image sensor and camera system to, scientifically, analyze key performance of OMNIVISION products and provide technical suggestions of improvement. 
 
Responsibilities 
•    Develop scientific approaches for characterizing high-performance image sensor products
•    Work closely with analog/digital design teams to optimize sensor performance and troubleshoot chip/system level issues
•    Conduct modeling and simulation of imaging systems. Provide technical suggestions of improvement by thorough analytic studies of CMOS image sensor’s fundamental performance issues 
•    Characterize and analyze R&D projects to obtain knowledge of future product development
 
Qualifications 
•    MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with 1-6 years of experience
•    Expertise in CMOS analog/mixed-signal design and semiconductor device physics
•    Experience with Python or MATLAB programming 
•    Experience or knowledge in image signal processing, color technology or optics is an advantage
 
Annual base salary for this role in California, US is expected to be between $120,600 - $170,000. 
Actual pay will be determined on several factors such as relevant skills and experience, the pay of employees in the similar role etc.
 
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability