Connectivity Engineer

Job Title: Image Sensor Characterization Automation Engineer IV Duration: 12 months Location: Sunnyvale, CA Summary Image Sensors team at client is seeking a depth sensor characterization automation engineer to evaluate the performance of custom and off-the-shelf (OTS) depth sensors and support internal and cross‑functional teams with research and development of test and analysis automation control for depth sensors. Summary of Role and Responsibilities Bring up hardware, firmware, and software solutions provided by vendors Develop GUI and test programs to integrate boards, sensors, and external instruments for automation control Design GUI applications to analyze test data and generate test reports Work closely with various core tech teams and other organizations to define test procedures and specs for new prototype devices and systems Collect and analyze data based on defined test plans First Part: Automation Testing The platform they will be using is Python with GUI design The layout is the user interface and will need to communicate with the instrument and control it The DLL or API will be incorporated into Python to communicate with the sensor The resource should also be able to write the DLL or API then migrate to Python Second Part: Data Analysis They will be using MATLAB to conduct data analysis The resource will need to be experienced with graphic interface design, knowledge on how to communicate with various instruments They will also need to have some knowledge of image sensor especially depth sensor Skills Expertise in Python with PyQT GUI, DLL application to control lab instrument and achieve test automation Rich experience in controlling various lab equipment with different communication protocols such as RS232, USB, Ethernet, Modbus Expertise in Matlab for data analysis and reporting Familiarity with debugging tools such as PyCharm, Github, Qt Designer application Experience with image and depth sensor control, familiar with protocols such as SPI, I2C, MIPI Excellent communication and reporting skills Basic knowledge of direct Time‑of‑Flight (dToF) sensors, single‑photon avalanche diodes (SPADs) and understanding of depth sensor operation and performance trade‑offs Basic understanding of Image sensor characterization Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or relevant field required 3+ years of industry or related work experience Preferred Qualifications MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline Hands‑on experience with the characterization and evaluation of various depth sensors EE board design, and bringing up experience #J-18808-Ljbffr SPECTRAFORCE