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Design Characterization Engineer

OMNIVISION
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/20/2026
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.
 
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Salary : $110,600 - $140,000

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