Design Characterization Engineer

Description We are seeking a highly skilled Design Characterization Engineer to join our fast‑paced, innovation‑driven R&D team. In this role, you will characterize and optimize CMOS image sensor performance, collaborate closely across engineering disciplines, and help deliver industry‑leading sensor products with exceptional quality.

Responsibilities

• Bring up new silicon and validate CMOS image sensor functionality and performance in partnership with design engineers
• Develop and refine characterization methodologies to evaluate image sensor behavior and collect performance data
• Analyze pixel‑level, analog, and digital subsystems to identify fundamental performance limitations and propose technical improvements
• Collaborate with analog and digital design teams to tune performance parameters and resolve system‑level issues
• Work cross‑functionally with process, applications, production, and quality teams to transition new designs into production and resolve yield, reliability, and overall product quality issues

Requirements

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Strong expertise in CMOS analog, mixed‑signal, and/or digital design, along with solid understanding of semiconductor device physics
• Proficiency with Python and/or MATLAB for data analysis and automation
• Experience or strong interest in hands‑on electrical testing using oscilloscopes and other lab instrumentation
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams

Annual base salary for this role in California, US is expected to be between $110,600 - $140,000.

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