Principal Image Sensor Technology Engineer

Description

As the Principal Image Sensor Technology Engineer in the Office of the CTO at OMNIVISION (OVT), you will drive the systems development of CMOS Image Sensors. This includes next generation image sensors, modules and or imaging systems. You will create suitable models and analyze these systems using both hand calculations and simulation. You will also summarize the pros and cons of the development directions you analyze. You will work with multiple engineering teams to apply the results of your analysis to product development and or to R&D projects at OVT.

Responsibilities

Study feasibility of various technology development options

Create CMOS Image Sensor product concepts utilizing new technologies

Work closely with engineering and sales/marketing groups to drive the next-generation CMOS Image Sensor R&D projects

Communicate and align product planning objectives and R&D directions / status with the Product Marketing groups

Lead technical discussions with OVT's customers and partners, and feedback the results of these discussions to R&D projects Requirements

BSEE or MSEE or equivalent required, PhD desired

Prior experience in CMOS image sensor product development, application engineering or product engineering required

Strong analytical skills required

Excellent verbal, written and communications skills required

5+ year prior experience in image sensor product planning and/or design leadership desired

Experience in specification negotiation with customers/partners desired

Strong organization skills desired

Good interpersonal skills desired

CMOS image sensor, camera systems, Image Signal processing and/or Digital Signal processing, optics, electro-optics or related field preferred

Python programming skills preferred

Annual base salary for this role in California, US is expected to be between $180,000 - $230,000. 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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