CMOS, Cadence, Computer Programming, Consulting, County Ordinances, DRC Flows, Design Services, Integrated Circuits (ICs), Onboarding, Optics, Physics, Process Flow, Research & Development (R&D), State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Irvine, California(remote)
POSTED
30+ days ago
Full-Time | Open to Consulting (Part-Time ~20 hrs/week)
Salary: $140K+ (DOE; higher for Senior/Manager-level candidates)
Open to provide Visa sponsorship or Visa Tranfer for the right candidate
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Pixel Design Engineer with direct experience in CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) pixel layout. This is a critical, high-impact role supporting ongoing projects and next-generation pixel development.
This is not a general analog or mixed-signal role-hands-on pixel design experience is required.
You will work closely with a small, highly skilled team to design, optimize, and implement pixel layouts, contributing immediately to active programs.
Key Responsibilities
Design and optimize CIS pixel layouts (front-end, back-end, and optical structures)
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Photonics
Important: Analog or mixed-signal-only backgrounds without pixel experience will not be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with CMOS image sensor process integration
Knowledge of device physics and optics
Prior work on advanced pixel technologies or imaging chips
Work Setup & Flexibility
Preferred: Onsite in Irvine, CA
Open to remote candidates (must be able to travel to Irvine ~1 week/month)
Initial onboarding will require onsite presence
Travel expenses covered
Relocation assistance available ($10K-$20K range for strong candidates)
Additional Details
Reports to: Senior Director of Pixel Design
Team: Small, collaborative R&D group (currently rebuilding pixel team)
Work Hours: ~9:30/10 AM - 6/7 PM PST (includes collaboration with Asian team)
Visa Sponsorship: Available
Why Join Us
Work on cutting-edge camera sensor technology
High-impact role with immediate contribution expectations
Small team with strong ownership and innovation culture
Flexible hiring approach (full-time or consulting options available)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.