Sensor Test Engineer

Post Date

Jul 07, 2026

Location

Sunnyvale,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

94089
US
Sep 19, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

SJC-331d7546-f83f-4703-a487-5777a6c9453b

Pay Rate

$82 - $102 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Sensor Test Engineer to work for one of the largest social networking companies in the world. This individual will work within 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 sensor bring-up/ characterization/ validation. This engineer will develop test systems to enable rapid evaluation and testing of sensor sub-systems.

Job Responsibilities:

Characterize and validate touch, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, Inertial measurement unit for smart wearables.
Optimize sensor 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: $80-$95/hour

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 CapTouch Sensor design
Programming skills to develop software/firmware/scripts for validation, characterization, and prototyping (e.g. Python)
Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g. MATLAB, R etc.)
Experience with firmware development (C/C++) is a plus
Knowledge in I2C/SMBus, UART, SPI, USB, Network stack is a plus
Ability to read schematics
Experience with code management tools like Git
Familiarity with algorithms

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.