Pixel Design Engineer – Process R&D

Omnivision Technologies

Santa Clara, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$140,000–$170,000 Per Year
SKILLS
CMOS, Cross-Functional, Data Modeling, Develop Methodologies, Electricity, IR (Infrared), Physics, Process Improvement, Research & Development (R&D), Semiconductors, Simulation, System Architecture, Systems Engineering, Technical/Engineering Design
LOCATION
Santa Clara, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Role Overview
As a Pixel Design Engineer within the Process R&D team, you will work on innovation in pixel architecture and process optimization. You will play a key role in advancing simulation methodologies, developing next-generation pixel technologies, and collaborating cross-functionally to enable cutting-edge imaging and display solutions.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Optimize pixel structures and fabrication processes to improve electrical/optical performance and efficiency.
  • Develop, enhance, and validate simulation methodologies for CIS (CMOS Image Sensor) pixel optimization and system-level modeling.
  • Collaborate with process integration and design teams to improve pixel characteristics and develop new pixel architectures tailored to specific applications, including - Phase Detect (PD), Dual Pixel Detection (DPD), Near-Infrared (NIR), Time-of-Flight (ToF) and LCOS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon)
  • Partner with system engineering and architecture teams to model and optimize devices, components, and full systems leveraging OVT sensors and display technologies.
  • Contribute to next-generation sensors and display performance through data-driven modeling and cross-functional innovation.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in pixel optimization and performance enhancement.
  • 5+ years of experience in device-based technologies, including development of advanced semiconductor processes (CIS process experience strongly preferred).
  • MSEE, MS in Physics, or equivalent required; PhD preferred.
  • Background in simulation tools and semiconductor device physics.
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in R&D environments.

 

Annual base salary for this role in California, US is expected to be between  $140,000 - $170,000. 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.

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About the Company

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Omnivision Technologies

OmniVision Technologies is a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions. Its award-winning CMOS imaging technology enables superior image quality in many of today’s consumer and commercial applications, including mobile phones, notebooks, tablets and webcams, digital still and video cameras, security and surveillance, entertainment devices, automotive and medical imaging systems. Find out more at www.ovt.com.

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Electronics, Components, and Semiconductor Mfg
FOUNDED
1995
WEBSITE
http://www.ovt.com/