We are seeking a highly skilled Design Characterization Engineer to join our fast‑paced, innovation‑driven R&D team. In this role, you will characterize and optimize CMOS image sensor performance, collaborate closely across engineering disciplines, and help deliver industry‑leading sensor products with exceptional quality. Responsibilities: • Bring up new silicon and validate CMOS image sensor functionality and performance in partnership with design engineers • Develop and refine characterization methodologies to evaluate image sensor behavior and collect performance data • Analyze pixel‑level, analog, and digital subsystems to identify fundamental performance limitations and propose technical improvements • Collaborate with analog and digital design teams to tune performance parameters and resolve system‑level issues • Work cross‑functionally with process, applications, production, and quality teams to transition new designs into production and resolve yield, reliability, and overall product quality issues Requirements: • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field • Strong expertise in CMOS analog, mixed‑signal, and/or digital design, along with solid understanding of semiconductor device physics • Proficiency with Python and/or MATLAB for data analysis and automation • Experience or strong interest in hands‑on electrical testing using oscilloscopes and other lab instrumentation • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams Annual base salary for this role in California, US is expected to be between $110,600 - $140,000. Actual pay will be determined on several factors such as relevant skills and experience, the pay of employees in the similar role etc. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability