Sensor Engineer

Post Date

Dec 05, 2025

Location

Sunnyvale,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

94089
US
Feb 14, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

SJC-e6404351-aba4-437e-bb70-5b4345eca540

Pay Rate

$80 - $100 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Sensor Engineer to join one of the world's leading technology companies based in Sunnyvale, CA. This will be part of the Reality Labs organization which brings people around the world together through next generation Augmented, Mixed, and Virtual Reality. This individual will be responsible for smart glass module bring-up/ characterization/ validation. This engineer will develop test systems to enable rapid evaluation and testing of sub-systems.

Job Responsibilities:
* Characterize and validate display, camera, audio, sensors - imu, touch, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, Inertial measurement unit for smart wearables.
* Optimize module performance based on validation result
* Documenting and presenting test results to engineering teams
* Working with cross-functional teams to assure that sufficient and accurate testing is implemented

Pay range: $100/hr

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience with multiple sensors (ambient light sensor, optical sensor, motion sensor or touch sensor)
• Proficient in Python
• Team player and detail oriented.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Strong knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models.
• Strong knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control and operation of telecommunications systems.
• Strong knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
• Strong knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• Previous experience with computer applications and design software related to engineering field.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.