CMOS Image Sensor Characterization Engineer

CMOS Image Sensor Characterization Engineer Location San Jose, CA (North San Jose area) :

Fairchild Imaging, headquartered in San Jose, California is a specialty image sensor design and manufacturing company with deep experience in developing leading edge performance CMOS image sensors. Our portfolio of image sensors can be found in many high-performance imaging applications like space exploration, medical x-ray, sciences, quantum computing, machine vision, low light, and 360 situational awareness.

We are looking for a CMOS Image Sensor Characterization Engineer who will have the opportunity to optimize our image sensor designs and performance.

Duties include:

• Perform complete electrical and optical characterization of various CMOS image sensors for visible UV and X-ray applications.
• Characterize and optimize pixel parameter (Bias current/voltage, control timing, Transistor (Tr.) size, Vth and Gox); Circuit parameter (Bias current/voltage, control timing).
• Collaborate with design, validation, product engineering, and test teams to ensure product performance requirements are met.
• Perform root cause analysis on performance anomalies and support design/debug efforts to debug problems on new and existing pixel/circuit designs.
• Identify and recommend optimal sensor operating conditions including bias and timing settings.
• Generate detailed reports and present findings to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support the transition from development to production by validating performance at scale, for example: characterizing split lot conditions and consulting with pixel design and process integration teams to define final pixel process conditions.
• Develop and maintain automated test setups using specialized lab equipment (e.g., light sources, optics, image capture platforms).
• Write scripts to do data collection, analysis and image process.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields plus 5 (5) years of experience in CMOS image sensor

Required skills/experience:

• Strong knowledge of image sensor fundamentals and optoelectronic behavior.
• Understanding pixel and circuit operation and timing.
• CMOS Image Sensor ("CIS") pixel characterization, with hands-on experience in accurately assessing pixel performance.
• Trouble shooting - PTC irregularities, non-linearity, etc.
• End-to-end process development for image sensors, from conceptualization to final implementation, ensuring optimal functionality and performance.
• Experience with test automation and lab equipment for sensor evaluation.
• Coding skills using, Python, MATLAB, C++
• Understanding of industry standards such as EMVA 1288
• Clear documentation and communication skills.

Fairchild Imaging provides our employees with a range in benefits offerings that includes:

• 9/80 Schedule - You get every other Friday off!
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with multiple plan offerings
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution annually
• 401(k) retirement plans with Employer matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off policy with additional Floating Holidays

The base salary range for this role is $120,000 to $180,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

Fairchild Imaging is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.