IC Designer Job at Vital Chemicals USA LLC in Cupertino

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : IC Designer

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented IC Designer with expertise in CCD and CMOS technologies. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the design, simulation, and validation of integrated circuits used in imaging systems. You will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment, developing innovative solutions for image sensors and related technologies.

Key Responsibilities :

• IC Design for Imaging Systems : Design and develop analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits (ICs) for CCD and CMOS image sensors, including pixel design, analog front-end (AFE) circuits, readout architectures, and signal processing.
• Circuit Simulation & Validation : Use advanced simulation tools to design and validate CMOS / CCD circuits, ensuring high performance, low noise, and optimized power consumption.
• Pixel Design & Optimization : Work on the design and optimization of image sensor pixels for high dynamic range, low-light performance, and color accuracy.
• Signal Processing : Develop custom signal processing techniques for readout circuits, noise reduction, and pixel-level calibration to enhance the performance of CCD and CMOS sensors.
• Technology Scaling : Work with advanced process nodes (e.g., 28nm, 14nm) and cutting-edge semiconductor technologies to improve image sensor resolution, sensitivity, and power efficiency.
• Layout Collaboration : Work closely with layout engineers to implement pixel designs and readout circuitry efficiently in silicon, ensuring manufacturability and performance.
• Test & Debugging : Support the testing and validation of prototypes, ensuring functional performance meets system specifications, and troubleshoot issues during the prototyping phase.
• Product Integration : Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate CCD / CMOS IC designs into larger imaging systems, ensuring compatibility with other hardware components.
• Design for Manufacturability : Ensure designs are scalable and cost-effective for high-volume production while adhering to quality standards.

Required Qualifications :

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