OVT - Pixel Characteri​zation Engineer

Job Description
The Pixel 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

Desired Skills & Experience
Minimum of five years plus of experience in characterization and designing integrated circuit cystems (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/Phython/MATHLAB, Layout/Simulation tools and color technology is a plus

MS in Electrical Engineering, Physics related field or equivalent work experience; PhD is a plus