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Image Sensor Engineer (ALS/Flicker)

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Image Sensor Engineer (ALS/Flicker)

Sunnyvale, CA

The XDO Image Sensors team is looking for an image/optical sensor engineer to drive ambient light/flicker sensor programs from requirements through production release for ground-breaking products across our Wearables and Metaverse product lines. The role requires a good understanding of system requirements and use-cases and driving optimal tradeoffs between user needs and implementation constraints. The Ambient Light Sensor/Flicker engineer will coordinate other members of the image sensor team, including characterization and application engineers and work with a cross-functional team of system, electrical, optical, physical design, firmware, software and image quality engineers to define solutions and solve challenging integration problems.

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Image Sensor Engineer (ALS/Flicker) Responsibilities:
  • Directly responsible for sensor selection, implementation and system integration, coordinating with other members of the Image Sensor team as needed.
  • Translate system requirements into sensor specifications and identify optimal solutions, identifying trade-offs between off-the-shelf and custom solutions.
  • Work with a large cross functional team to ensure a sound imaging architecture and flawless integration of image sensors into the final product.
  • Lead and collaborate with internal or external partners to develop novel sensor solutions to meet future Reality Labs sensor needs.
  • Work with vendors to align and influence their sensor roadmaps.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • BS in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 4+ years of experience in CMOS Imaging/ Electro Optical Systems.
  • Understanding of image sensor design: pixels, analog readout and serial interfaces.
  • Experience defining sensors based on system requirements and integrating those sensors into complex systems.
  • Experience collaborating with large cross functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with ambient light and flicker sensors.
  • Understanding of sensor application circuits and related implementation issues.
  • Understanding of digital and image signal processing.
  • Experience with factory testing of optical/image sensors.
About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

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$139,000/year to $200,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Client-provided location(s): Sunnyvale, CA, USA
Job ID: a1KDp00000E2WIfMAN
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program

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