Senior Camera Algorithm R&D Engineer

Huawei; Hartford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is looking for an experienced imaging specialist. The role focuses on innovations in mobile imaging, algorithm development, and collaboration with teams to enhance product competitiveness. Candidates should have a Master/PhD degree and over 10 years of industry experience in mobile imaging systems, demonstrating strong technical and communication skills. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for learning and development.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Group Personal Pension

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Medical expense claim scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Company sports club and social events

Additional time off for learning and development

Qualifications

• Master/PhD degree with 10+ years of industry experience in mobile imaging.
• Detailed understanding of mobile imaging systems & module designs.
• Good knowledge of modern imaging color algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Create proposals for future imaging solutions based on customer requirements.
• Define algorithms to enhance product competitiveness.
• Propose efficient HW IP/SOC solutions based on detailed analysis.

Skills

Mobile imaging systems understanding

Image processing knowledge

Communication skills

Root cause analysis

Education

Master/PhD degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Working closely with related teams to creating proposals for future imaging solutions in the domain of color and tone reproduction based on customer requirements and shortcomings of existing solutions
• Define related algorithms (TM, AWB, Color correction etc…) evolving roadmap and be responsible for constant competitiveness of product
• Propose efficient HW IP/SOC solutions based on analysis taking into account power/performance/area/latency/image quality
• Organize proof of concept frameworks to guide color and tone reproduction algorithm research directions
• Keep track of state-of-the-art algorithms applicable to embedded systems, image or video processing

Qualifications

• Master/PhD degree with 10+ years of industry experience in mobile imaging
• Detailed understanding of mobile imaging systems & module designs (image sensors, optics, mechanics, auto-focus, optical image stabilization, SW and HW Image Processing Pipelines etc...)
• Good knowledge of state-of-the-art ISP data-flows and processing blocks
• Experience with modern imaging color algorithms such as multi-illuminant-WB, spectral imaging, multi-camera fusion etc...
• In-depth knowledge of modern concepts of end-to-end image processing, latest standards and color space definitions
• Working knowledge of imaging system simulations and evaluation of simulation results. Knowledge of objective/subjective image quality metrics and measurement protocols
• Ability to work autonomously but also with technical experts and mentor juniors
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving skills
• Result driven, excellent communication skills, work in multi-cultural multi-site environment

This job description is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The jobholder will carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required by his/her line manager.

The job description and personal specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of Huawei Research and Development UK Limited.

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave entitlement per year (including UK public holidays)
• Group Personal Pension
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Medical expense claim scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company sports club and social events
• Additional time off for learning and development