Sr/Product Characterization Engineer
Job in
Santa Clara, Santa Clara County, California, 95053, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
OVT group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Product Characterization Engineer works in an aggressive, fast-paced R&D environment to scientifically characterize performance of new pixel technology, using strong analytical skills to objectively analyze design trade-offs and debug problems in pixel design/process and taking ownership of multiple projects.
Responsibilities:- Supports CMOS Imaging technology development through detailed scientific characterization
- Responsible for complete electrical and optical characterization of various CMOS Image sensors
- Debugs and solves problems on new and existing pixel designs
- Guides pixel layout/process design for next generation CMOS Sensors by characterizing performance of various experimental layouts and process conditions
- Works with Process Integration/Layout design and Process Simulation team to characterize new designs/process and suggest new process experiments based on characterization data
- Acts as primary feedback source to various inter-disciplinary teams for silicon data on various pixel designs and process designs
- Works with test engineering team to develop automated wafer-level characterization programs
- Develops special test routines in C++/Matlab
- Works with Production, QA teams to solve yield issues related to pixel performance
- 6-12 yrs experience in characterization and designing integrated circuit systems (Imagers, DRAM, processors, etc.)
- Knowledge of Analog/Mixed Signal/Digital CMOS circuits, CMOS fabrication process and CMOS device physics
- Experience with CMS Image sensor characterization and design is a big plus
- Knowledge of C++/Perl/Python/MATLAB, Layout/Simulation tools and color technology is a plus
- MS in Electrical Engineering, Physics related field or equivalent work experience;
PhD is a plus.
Annual base salary for this role in California, US is expected to be between $140,600 - $180,200.
Actual pay will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant skills and experience, and the pay of employees in the similar role.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
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