Mixed-Signal Test & Validation Engineer (IR ROIC)

The Opportunity

Are you a hands-on engineer who loves the thrill of "First Silicon" bring-up? We are looking for a brilliant Mixed-Signal Test & Validation Engineer to join our elite VLSI design group. In this role, you will stand at the fascinating intersection of circuit design, silicon validation, and electro-optical characterization. You won't just be testing chips; you will be an integral part of the design process, ensuring testability from day one and leading the validation of advanced Infrared Readout Integrated Circuits (IR ROICs). If you thrive in the lab, enjoy solving complex hardware puzzles, and want to see your work power world-leading sensing technologies, your next challenge starts here.

Job Description

We are looking for a hands-on Test & Validation (post-silicon) Engineer to join our VLSI design group, focusing on Infrared Readout Integrated Circuits (IR ROICs). You will work closely with analog and mixed-signal designers to ensure testability is built into the design from early stages, and later take ownership of silicon bring-up, validation, and electro-optical characterization.

Responsibilities:

Define and drive DfT for analog/mixed-signal: observability, controllability, test modes, and measurement access. Contribute to design/layout reviews to ensure testability; define validation strategy pre–tape-out. Lead first silicon bring-up; execute block and full-chip validation; debug with design teams. Plan and run characterization across PVT and modes; analyze noise, linearity, and Dynamic Range; correlate simulation results with silicon performance. Collaborate with Physics and System teams on electro-optical and radiometric performance of the hybridized ROIC. Build and maintain lab setups; develop automation (Python) for data acquisition and analysis; document methods and results. Perform failure analysis and debug issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. Stay updated with the latest advancements in VLSI testing technologies and methodologies.

Qualifications:

B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering. 5+ years in silicon validation, mixed-signal test, or lab characterization. Proven experience owning silicon bring-up and leading debug to root cause. Solid understanding of analog and mixed-signal circuits (biasing, noise, signal chains). Experience working closely with design teams (schematic/layout awareness, design reviews). Hands-on expertise with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, SMUs, signal generators, and data acquisition systems. Strong debug methodology under ambiguous conditions (first silicon, partial functionality). Experience with test automation (Python or similar) for measurement and data analysis.

Advantages:

Experience with image sensors, IR ROICs, or detector-based systems. Familiarity with low-noise and precision measurement techniques. Experience in mixed-signal IC validation (ADC/DAC, analog front-end chains, bias systems). Understanding of PVT characterization and variability effects. Exposure to electro-optical measurements and radiometric performance analysis. Familiarity with Cadence/Synopsys tools for design context.

Benefits:

Professional development opportunities and continuous learning. Flexible work hours and remote work options. Opportunity to work on advanced IR sensing technologies with real-world impact.

Location: Northern Israel (Bar-Lev site).