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Sr./ Staff Product Characterization Engineer

OMNIVISION
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/13/2026 CLOSED ON 3/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr./ Staff Product Characterization Engineer position at OMNIVISION?

Description

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

Requirements

  • 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

Salary : $140,600 - $180,200

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