Research Scientist Intern, Image Sensor Design and Characterization (PhD) jobs in United States
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Meta · 12 hours ago

Research Scientist Intern, Image Sensor Design and Characterization (PhD)

positionRedmond, WA
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$7,313/mo - $12,134/mo

Meta is a company dedicated to building community and connecting people globally through its apps and services. The Research Scientist Intern will work on projects related to image sensor design and characterization, contributing to the development of AR/VR devices by investigating novel architectures and collaborating with researchers across disciplines.

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Responsibilities

Investigate and propose novel pixel architectures and sensor architectures
Perform pixel schematic/layout design and simulation in advanced process nodes
Architect and design readout and processing circuits to achieve ultra-low power consumption
Characterize image sensors and experiment with new image sensor operation schemes
Collaboration with and support of other researchers across various disciplines
Communication of research agenda, progress and results

Qualification

Image SensorsAnalog/mixed-signal circuit designCircuit design CAD toolsPythonMatlabImage signal processingResearch experienceCollaborationCommunication

Required

Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Ph.D. degree in the fields of Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Research experience in one or more of the following aspects of Image Sensors: Device physics and fabrication, Analog/mixed signal circuit design, Imaging systems (camera, ISP, algorithm)
Experience with analog/mixed-signal circuit design CAD tools such as Cadence Virtuoso
Successful tape-out and hands-on bench testing experience
Simulation and modeling experience with scripting languages such as Python, Matlab
Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment

Preferred

3+ years of experience in circuit design
Tape out experience with advanced technology nodes
Image signal processing experience (noise reduction, HDR processing)
Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, or fellowships, as well as first-authored publications in major conferences and journals such as IISW, IEDM, VLSI, ISSCC, JSSC, TED

Benefits

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Company

Meta

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Meta's mission is to build the future of human connection and the technology that makes it possible.
dateFounded in 2004
location
Menlo Park, CA, US
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.metacareers.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

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Kathryn Glickman
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