Summary Posted: Mar 19, 2024 Role Number: 200543456 Do you love taking on big challenges that require exceptionally creative solutions? Do you deeply understand how an incredible camera experience should work? As part of our Camera Technologies group, you’ll help design the innovative technology that allows each generation of Apple products to produce photos even more incredible than the last. You’ll design and develop groundbreaking ideas for everything involved in our camera systems, from sensor to lens. You’ll collaborate with teams across Apple to research, design, develop, test, and qualify camera hardware for Apple products. Together, we’ll craft a magical photography experience that redefines what millions of customers can expect from their cameras.
The Camera Hardware Engineering group is responsible for all research, design, development, test, and qualification of camera hardware for Apple products. This team is seeking an exceptional Camera Image Quality Engineer with responsibilities for ongoing evaluation, benchmarking and characterization of Apple camera products! Key Qualifications Key Qualifications Deep understanding of image quality metrics and evaluation methodology Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Strong Matlab programming skills on digital image processing, data analysis & visualization Familiarity with camera components and functions Understanding of camera ISP pipeline and 3A Hand-on experience on prototyping algorithm for quantitative characterization of image quality Experience with automation of data acquisition Knowledge of megapixel CMOS image sensor technology, lens selection and qualification Experience with camera systems in mobile products Experience with objective camera bench testing and subjective image quality analysis Description Description -Work closely with x-functional team, support the entire development cycle of Apple cameras, from early prototype to product launch.
-Lead image quality validation at component and system levels.
-Accurately characterize and quantitatively assess camera performance and image quality.
-Drive and contribute to refinement and improvement of camera design and process.
-Develop image processing algorithm for image quality metrics.
-Incubate new metrology for next-generation Apple products and support technology transfer from lab to production sites.
-Deliver executive level presentations of results. Education & Experience Education & Experience BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Experience in numerical simulation of optics & imaging using Matlab or alternative scientific computation tools Hands-on experience in optics lab Experience with deep learning for image segmentation, object recognition and abnormal detection Experience in development of automated imaging/metrology system Experience with Python/C/C++/Swift Background in camera ISP tuning 10% travel to Cupertino, CA Pay & Benefits Pay & Benefits At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $138,900.00 and $256,500.00, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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