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Apple Camera Systems Engineer in Cupertino, California
Camera Systems Engineer
Cupertino,California,United States
Hardware
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 Systems Engineering Group is responsible for the systems-level analysis, design, and development of new camera features and technologies for performance enhancement. The team is seeking an exceptional systems engineer with broad skills to lead research and development projects.
Description
As a Camera Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for performing system-level analysis and modeling of imaging and sensing systems and the definition/execution/automation of system level tests for parametric specifications and end-to-end performance. Responsibilities include: • Defining and documenting systems architecture, requirements, use case analysis, and tests for camera features and technologies • Defining subsystem and system level tests to characterize and/or guarantee parametric specifications and system level performance • Designing and performing laboratory experiments and documenting the results • Compiling and analyzing data from multiple sources to gain insight into user behavior • Developing, maintaining, and documenting software and workflows to automate repetitive measurements (Python, Matlab, shell scripting, C/C++, etc.) • Managing project deliverables and schedules to meet commitments to product development teams
Minimum Qualifications
BS in a relevant field (EE, ME, CS, or Physics) or equivalent
Knowledge of digital camera and/or optical systems technology
Experience in designing/performing laboratory experiments for testing optical systems
Experience in system level modeling/simulation, quantitative data analysis, and/or image/signal processing in Matlab and/or Python
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
MS/PhD in a relevant field (EE, ME, CS, or Physics) or equivalent
3+ years of industry experience
Experience with defining/documenting system level requirements and defining/executing system and subsystem level tests/analysis to validate overall system performance
Experience with software/hardware automation
Experience with collaborative software development and regression testing (e.g. git, Jenkins, etc.)
Familiarity with one or more of the following: image signal processing pipelines, CMOS image sensors technology, analog/digital electronics
Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across groups
Self-motivated and capable of independently leading projects
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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.
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