Senior Staff Engineer, Technical Application - Samsung Semiconductor
San Jose, CA
About the Job
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Advancing the World's Technology Together
Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you'll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what's possible and powering the future.
We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We're dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we're building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.
What You'll Do
This Technical Application Engineer - CMOS Imaging position will lead technical engagement and implementation of image sensor products into various customer applications. This is a startup environment so we are looking to build and grow this team with energetic individuals.
Location: Onsite at our San Jose headquarters 5 days a week
Reports to: Director of Application Engineers
- Provide pre-design-in customer support to camera design engineers evaluating Samsung image sensors. This includes comprehension of the customer's application, creation of compelling product demonstrations, consultation with customers for product selection assistance, and general Q&A.
- Provide post-design-in customer support to camera design engineers designing cameras with Samsung image sensors. This includes design assistance on HW and SW, on-site optimization and troubleshooting, collaboration with camera module integrators, and general Q&A.
- Correlate customer findings to internal measurements and support an upcoming lab infrastructure.
- Lead technical communication between customers and internal engineering teams. Understand customer voice and requirements and guide development engineering and planning teams to deliver products that will delight customers.
- Monitor and report on customer evaluation and design status to ensure customer's needs are proactively being met. Prepare customer status reports, issue tracking, and summaries of customer requirements.
- Manage customer programs/projects across sites (US & Asia) to ensure strong team collaboration in resolving customer issues.
- Prepare product benchmarking and competitive positioning data to support Sales/Marketing teams.
What You Bring
- Bachelors with 15+ years of relevant industry experience, or Masters with 13+ years or PhD with 10+ years in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field preferred.
- 5 - 8 years customer applications support, or camera/image sensor design.
- Knowledge of camera design, operation and performance metrics; understanding of optics, image processing, video processing, module electro-mechanics.
- Knowledge of CMOS image sensor design, operation and key performance metrics; understanding of pixels, analog circuits, ADC, digital processing, and high-speed interfaces.
- Demonstrated ability to comprehend and consider both technical and business information
- Experience in programming/scripting languages (C, Python, Perl), MS Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word). Strong Excel skills a must.
- Experience in Imatest, Matlab are a strong plus.
- Willingness to travel overnight up to 20%
- You're inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
- You're collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
- Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.
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What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role's function and location, as well as the individual's knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.
This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.
Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away You'll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and an errand service.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid therapy sessions, you'll have support no matter where you are.
Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That's why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.
Equal Opportunity Employment Policy
Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.
When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy-related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
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