Direct Responsible Individual (DRI) Optical Characterization Engineer
On-site in Edinburgh
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At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.
When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world.
Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential.
Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you.
You will join the ST Imaging group, present in Europe, the United States, and Asia. We design and produce CMOS image sensors, photonic sensors for distance measurement, as well as ambient light sensors, intended for various markets such as consumer, automotive, and industry, by leveraging advanced technologies.
About your missions
Within the Imaging Design Execution Excellence team, you will play a key role in the success of sensor developments, from architecture to manufacturing release.
You will define and evolve design development processes in order to guarantee robust, efficient, and high-quality execution. You will actively contribute to the continuous improvement of practices and the implementation of new ST policies.
You will also be a central actor in design milestone governance, from the feasibility NPR to the manufacturing launch PG.
Your responsibilities
As part of product execution, you:
You will join the ST Imaging group, which is present in Europe, the United States, and Asia. We design and produce CMOS image sensors, photonic sensors for distance measurement, as well as ambient light sensors, for a variety of markets such as consumer, automotive, and industrial, using advanced technologies.
About your mission
Within the Imaging Design Execution Excellence team, you will play a key role in ensuring the success of sensor developments, from architecture through to manufacturing release.
You will define and continuously improve design development processes to ensure robust, efficient, and high-quality execution. You will actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and to the deployment of new ST policies.
You will also be a key contributor to design milestone governance, from design NPR (start of feasibility) to design PG (start of manufacturing).
Your responsibilities
As part of product execution, you will:
ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2025 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance.
At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination. We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us. We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration. We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture.
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