Principal Image Sensor Analog Design Engineer

Jobtitle:

Principal Image Sensor Analog Design Engineer

Location:

Antwerp, Belgium

Reports to:

Design Center Manager

eyeo is an innovative, fast-growing start-up that brings groundbreaking technology in the image sensor space. Our advanced color splitter technology has the potential to disrupt a $25 billion market in the coming years, enabling transformative advancements across industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, medical imaging, and surveillance. As one of the first employees at eyeo, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of our product offerings and contribute directly to our mission of revolutionizing the imaging technology sector. If you’re passionate about driving innovation and want to build the future of imaging, we want you on our team!

As Principal Image Sensor Analog Design Engineer, you will lead the design and development of analog circuits for next-generation CMOS image sensors. This is a senior technical role requiring deep expertise in analog front-end design, pixel-level circuits, and system integration for high-performance imaging applications.

Education

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or Physics.

Qualifications:

Experience:

10+ years of experience in analog IC design, preferably for CMOS image sensors.
Proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso, SPICE, and layout verification tools.
Strong understanding of sensor physics, noise modeling, and mixed-signal design.
Experience with global shutter, HDR, and advanced pixel architectures.
Knowledge of wafer stacking, TSV integration, and hybrid bonding is a plus.
Experience with characterization and test methodologies and measurement setups
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Soft Skills:

Creative problem-solving, effective communication, and ability to work in a fast-paced start-up environment.

Key responsibilities:

Design & Optimize Analog Blocks:

Bias/reference circuits, ADCs, amplifiers, and drivers for CMOS image sensors .
Develop low-noise, high-speed circuits to meet stringent image quality requirements (SNR, DR, FPN).

Pixel-Level Integration:

Co-optimize pixel and analog front-end performance.
Enhance global shutter, HDR, and low-light capabilities.

Simulation & Validation:

Perform transistor-level simulations (SPICE) and corner analysis.
Close collaboration with the characterization team to ensure measurability and performance qualification of the designed sensor.

Technical Leadership:

Lead complex analog IC design activities as topic expert.
Drive innovation and contribute to IP development and patents.

Why Join eyeo?

Groundbreaking Technology: Work on transformative technology with the potential to disrupt a $25 billion market and change the future of image sensing.
Early Impact: As one of the first employees at eyeo, your contributions will directly shape the company’s success, culture, and product offerings.
Innovation: Be part of a start-up that's pioneering new solutions in the imaging space and working on high-impact, innovative products.
Collaborative Environment: Join a passionate, agile team where collaboration, trust, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do.
Growth Opportunities: As eyeo scales, you’ll have opportunities to take on new challenges and responsibilities within the company.

Start-Up Mindset:

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to take ownership of projects, be resourceful, and work collaboratively across teams.
Enthusiasm for building a company from the ground up and playing a hands-on role in its success.

Principal Image Sensor Analog Design Engineer

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