Camera Control-Systems Engineer

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 184,700 - 324,800; Full time

Job summary

Apple is seeking an exceptional control systems engineer for the Camera Systems Engineering Group in Cupertino, CA. You will design and develop next-generation camera technology, performing systems-level analysis and modeling and developing robust control strategies for imaging across diverse use cases.

Responsibilities include control-systems analysis, synthesis, and measurement prototype development (HW, FW, SW), plus leading small teams for resource planning and project deliverables within

Qualifications

• BS degree in Physics, ME, EE, ASE, CS or Optical Engineering.
• Experience with control systems design for electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience with estimation strategies (e.g. Kalman filters).
• Experience with Matlab and/or Simulink for modeling/simulation.

Responsibilities

• Systems-level analysis and modeling of electromechanical systems.
• Control systems analysis, synthesis, and implementation.
• Measurement system prototyping, including HW, FW and SW development and automation of measurement procedures.
• Work with multidisciplinary subjects related to control-systems applications in electro-mechanical devices (firmware realizations, actuators, sensors, mechanical and electrical engineering, etc).
• Defining subsystem and system level tests to characterize and guarantee parametric specifications, and maintaining related documentation.
• Leading small teams to help with resource planning and prioritization; defining project deliverables and schedules to meet commitments to product development teams.

Skills

Control systems design

Kalman filtering

Matlab/Simulink

Education

BS in Physics/ME/EE/ASE/CS/Optical Eng

MS/PhD in Physics/ME/EE/ASE/CS/Optical Eng with 10+ years

Tools

C/C++

Version control

Real-time platforms (MCU/FPGA/RTOS)

3rd party controls hardware (DSpace/Speedgoat/NI CRIO)

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

The Camera Systems Engineering Group develops systems, calibration, and correction procedures to maintain high image quality over a wide range of use cases and component variation. Past projects have addressed autofocus, image stabilization, position sensing, stereo imaging, special-case optimizations (low-light, high disturbance, etc), support of factory operations. The team is seeking an exceptional control systems engineer with broad skills to design and develop the next generation of camera technology.

Description

Camera control-systems engineering involves systems-level analysis and modeling of imaging and sensing systems, modeling dynamic systems, developing robust control strategies, design and construction of prototypes to guide development, definition of test procedures, and documentation of requirements and design considerations.

Responsibilities

• Systems-level analysis and modeling of electromechanical systems
• Control systems analysis, synthesis, and implementation
• Measurement system prototyping, including HW, FW and SW development and automation of measurement procedures
• Work with multidisciplinary subjects related to control-systems applications in electro-mechanical devices (firmware realizations, actuators, sensors, mechanical and electrical engineering, etc)
• Defining subsystem and system level tests to characterize and/or guarantee parametric specifications, and maintaining related documentation
• Management: Leading small teams to help with resource planning and prioritization; defining project deliverables and schedules to meet commitments to product development teams

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in Physics, ME, EE, ASE (Aero/Astro), CS, or Optical Engineering
• Experience with control systems design for electro-mechanical systems
• Experience with estimation strategies (e.g. Kalman filters)
• Experience with Matlab and/or Simulink for modeling simulation

Preferred Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Physics, ME, EE, ASE (Aero/Astro), CS, or Optical Engineering and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
• Experience with leading technical projects with small to medium teams
• Experience with real-time control realizations like MCU, FPGA, RTOS, etc.
• Experience with inertial navigation sensors and/or sensor fusion
• Experience with one or more 3rd party controls instrumentation solutions (e.g. DSpace, Speedgoat, NI CRIO)
• Experience with SW development in C/C++, (i.e., version control, change review process, coding practices)

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is between $184,700 and $324,800, 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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