Image Sensors and Camera Electronics Scientist

KLA•Milpitas, CA
•$159,500 - $233,967•Onsite

About The Position

KLA’s Office of the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) has a critical role in researching and developing leading-edge, forward-looking technology. The CTO Office collaborates with product divisions and strategic marketing to work on future technologies such as light sources, lasers and sensors. We also bring technical input into KLA’s strategic planning process, program reviews and product lifecycle (PLC) phases. Our broad technology expertise and cross-division experience harnesses the collective knowledge within our company to propel technology advancements. In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise. We are looking for an Image Sensor and Camera Electronics Scientist to join our CTO team!

Requirements

  • Experience in CCD/CMOS image sensors and camera systems.
  • Hands-on laboratory experience in building and operating experimental test setups for image sensor and camera characterization.
  • Experience in design and simulation of analog and digital electronic circuits relevant to high-speed, low-noise PCBs for image sensor readout and data acquisition.
  • Experience in software development for test setup automation and experimental data analysis.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Good foundation in solid-state physics, optics, and interaction of light with matter.
  • Experience in digital image processing techniques.
  • Experience with innovative FPGA design and firmware programming.

Responsibilities

  • Lead research and development projects of image sensor and camera electronics technologies to advance KLA’s product roadmap.
  • Work with strategic vendors to develop next-generation image sensor technologies.
  • Propose and design prototype sensors and test structures.
  • Develop experimental test setups for prototype electrical and optical characterization, including high-speed, low-noise PCBs for image sensor readout and data acquisition.
  • Design and run experiments, analyze, and present data with concrete conclusions. Solve technical problems by using problem solving techniques.
  • Collaborate with other team members and product divisions to solve complex sensor and camera electronics challenges.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life
  • 401(K) including company matching
  • employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
  • student debt assistance
  • tuition reimbursement program
  • development and career growth opportunities and programs
  • financial planning benefits
  • wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
  • paid time off
  • paid company holidays
  • family care and bonding leave

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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