Sensor and Camera Electronics Research Scientist

KLA • Milpitas, CA

82d • $180,000 - $306,000

About The Position

We are looking for a Sensor and Camera Electronics Research Scientist to join our CTO team! The Office of the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) plays a critical role in developing advanced long-range technology in collaboration with product divisions and strategic marketing, working on future technology like light sources, lasers, and sensors. We are engaged in the research and development process, and once the technology is mature, we partner with product engineering groups who then build products based on the technology we've developed. The Office of the CTO also provides technical input into KLA's strategic planning process, program reviews and Product Life Cycle (PLC) phases. We provide our broad technology expertise and cross-division experience to ensure we leverage the collective knowledge within our company.

Requirements

• Experience in design and simulation of analog and digital electronic circuits relevant to image sensors readout and data acquisition.
• Experience with high-speed, low-noise PCB design and CAD tools (schematics and layout).
• Experience using analytical tools for simulating signal integrity and noise.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in building and operating experimental test setups for image sensor and camera characterization.
• Experience in Python, C/C++, and LabView for test automation development.
• Good collaborator with strong interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with innovative FPGA design and firmware programming
• Experience with imaging sensors and camera systems
• Experience in digital image processing techniques and statistical data analysis

Responsibilities

• Simulate and design complex analog/digital electronic circuits to meet low noise, high-speed (signal integrity) requirements of PCBs or other substrates.
• Design of high-speed, low-noise PCBs for image sensor readout and camera digital image acquisition.
• Design and develop experimental test setups for image sensors and camera prototypes characterization.
• Bring up and debug PCBs and camera electronics.
• Collaborate with other team members and other divisions to solve complex sensor and camera electronics challenges.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits
• 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 and paid company holidays
• Family care and bonding leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees