Autofocus and Optical Image Stabilization Control System Architect

Google Inc.; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 188,000 - 274,000; Full time

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Bonus target

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Google Mountain View is seeking an Autofocus and Optical Image Stabilization Control System Architect to lead the design of high-performance AF/OIS systems across Google's hardware portfolio. You will own the end-to-end development of advanced control algorithms and drive system-level co-design to deliver imaging capabilities with superior performance.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to push innovation, validate concepts, and guide production-ready solutions that balance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Control Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6 years of experience solving cross-functional issues in a data-driven environment.
• 5 years of experience with testing, calibration, and validation of AF/OIS systems for consumer electronics.
• 5 years of experience in system-level co-design for performance, power, and manufacturability.
• 5 years of experience with development of control algorithms for AF/OIS systems from simplified mechanical modeling and Simulink.

Responsibilities

• Architect the roadmap and goal for next-generation Autofocus and Optical Image Stabilization systems across Google's hardware portfolio.
• Drive the introduction of novel AF/OIS technologies from concept to production to pioneer new imaging and sensing capabilities.
• Own the end-to-end design, development, and optimization of advanced control systems and algorithms to achieve AF and OIS performance.

Skills

AF/OIS systems

Control algorithms

System co-design

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

C++ Firmware

Python

Matlab

Serial protocols

Job description

Autofocus and Optical Image Stabilization Control System Architect

Google Mountain View, CA, USA

Advanced

Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders;deep expertise in domain.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Control Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6 years of experience solving cross-functional issues in a data-driven environment.
• 5 years of experience with the testing, calibration, and validation of AF/OIS systems for consumer electronics.
• 5 years of experience in system-level (Software/Firmware/Hardware) co-design for performance, power, and manufacturability.
• 5 years of experience with the development of control algorithms for AF/OIS systems from simplified mechanical modeling and Simulink.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Control Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with OIS algorithm design with sensor fusion from IMU (inertial measurement unit) (on SOC (system on a chip)) or MCU (Micro-controller unit).
• Strong prototyping skills to enable software development/proof of concepts and programming experience in C++ Firmware.
• Understanding of statistics for process control and analyzing measurement data with Python or Matlab.
• Understanding of standard protocols such as I2C/I3C, UART, SPI.

About the job

Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.The Platforms and Devices team encompasses Google's various computing software platforms across environments (desktop, mobile, applications), as well as our first party devices and services that combine the best of Google AI, software, and hardware. Teams across this area research, design, and develop new technologies to make our user's interaction with computing faster and more seamless, building innovative experiences for our users around the world.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $188000 - $274000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits

• Architect the roadmap and goal for next-generation Autofocus (AF) and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) systems across Google's hardware portfolio.
• Drive the introduction of novel AF/OIS technologies - from concept to production to pioneer new imaging and sensing capabilities.
• Own the end-to-end design, development, and optimization of advanced control systems and algorithms to achieve AF and OIS performance.

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Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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