Camera Image Quality Engineer

Summary

Posted: Oct 24, 2024

Role Number:200575585

Why Apple? We live in a mobile and device driven world where knowledge of the physical world around us is needed. We rely on this knowledge to get around, to learn about our environment and to enable spectacular new features for custom applications. Apple is meeting those needs as robustly and as creatively as possible and is interested in people who want to help meet that commitment. The success we are striving will be the result of very skilled people working in an environment which cultivates creativity, partnership, and thinking of old problems in new ways. If that sounds like the kind of environment that you find intriguing, then let’s talk. These elements come together to make Apple an amazing environment for motivated people to do the greatest work of their lives. You will become part of a team that sets the standard in fostering excellence, creativity and innovation. Will you help us design the next generation of revolutionary Apple products? 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.

Description

• Work closely with cross functional teams and support the entire development cycle of Apple cameras, from early prototype to product launch. • Lead image quality validation at component and system levels. • Comprehensively characterize and quantitatively assess camera performance and image quality. • Provide feedback 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and relevant industry experience.
• Experience with optical metrology or optical imaging systems.
• Matlab or Python programming skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS/PhD in EE, Optics, Color Science or equivalent.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong programming skills on digital image processing, data analysis & visualization.
• Familiarity with mobile camera components and functions and basic understanding of camera ISP pipeline and 3A.
• Hands-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 objective camera bench testing and subjective image quality analysis.

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.