Camera Calibration and Test Engineer

Apple, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock program

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. in San Diego/california-based team seeks an engineer to manage vendors and projects, directing test maturity activities and prioritizing tasks for Module Integrators.

The role spans CMOS image sensor test, data analysis, and cross-disciplinary collaboration across sensor, lens, and electronics teams. You will engage in post-build activities, improve tester throughput, and support improvements across multiple test domains while traveling to Asia as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Color Science, Imaging Science, or related field.
• Experience in CMOS image sensor test or validation, lens quality analysis, ATE, VCM actuation and position sensor calibration and test, image quality analysis, or data analysis and visualization.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate collaboration with multi-functional groups to explore and define test coverage (SFR, VCM, OIS calibration, etc.).
• Design and implement cost-effective test hardware and software solutions with MIs and vendors.
• Supervise MIs on manufacture preparation and qualification checks.
• Travel to MIs in Asia for 2-week periods as needed.

Skills

CMOS test

Lens analysis

Data analysis

Python

MATLAB

Vendor mgmt

Time-zone collab

ESL friendly

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Color Science, Imaging Science, or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. 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.

Description

In this role you will manage vendors and projects, overseeing all aspects of test maturity preparation and setting priorities for Module Integrators (MI). This role is expected to participate proactively in post-build FACA activities along with working with MIs to implement improvements, including enhancing tester UPH, retest rates, and efficiency. This role is seeking an individual who enjoys engaging with a broad spectrum of technical areas rather than diving deeply into a single niche domain. These areas may include: CMOS image sensor test, high-speed data link signal integrity, I2C and driver operation, VCM actuation, lens quality, close-loop performance, and position sensor calibration effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate collaboration with multi-functional groups at Apple, such as position sensing, image sensor, mechanical design, EE, and OPS teams, to explore and define test coverage. Typical test coverage includes, but not limited to, SFR test, VCM and OIS calibration, Open-short test, electrical noise, color calibrations, dark noises, and distortion calibration.
• Work with MIs and vendors to design and implement cost-effective test hardware and software solutions.
• Supervise MIs on the preparation and progress of manufacture, as well as perform qualification and checks to ensure the solutions are approved. These tasks require an engineer who is ardently meticulous.
• Traveling to MIs in Asia on as needed basis for periods of 2 weeks at a time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Color Science, Imaging Science, or related field.
• Experience in at least 1 of the following domains: (CMOS Image Sensor Test or Validation, Lens quality analysis and testing, ATE, VCM Actuation and position sensor calibration and test, Image quality analysis, or Data analysis and visualization).

Preferred Qualifications

• Second-language skills in Korean, Japanese, or Mandarin Chinese are a notable asset.
• Ability to perform assignments at both a theoretical, high-level as well as practical detailed-level (concrete).
• Proficiency in managing a team of vendor members for specific tasks and experience hosting cross-time zone meetings, with a focus on accommodating ESL participants. Working with MIs to validate and buy off test software and hardware.
• Experience in breaking down complex assignments into manageable, executable tasks.
• Knowledge in reviewing mechanical and electrical designs for sockets, fixtures, and test systems, along with the ability to solve related issues.
• Capable of reviewing and modifying source codes in MATLAB/Python.
• Possess data analysis knowledge and experience.

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 $122,700 and $184,800, 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

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Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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