Camera Image Quality, Driver Development, and Characterization Engineer

Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K retirement plan

EAP

Certification and training

Referral programs

Job summary

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, seeks a Camera Image Quality, Driver Development, and Characterization Engineer to support IQ evaluation, driver development, and characterization for advanced vehicle cameras in California. The role combines lab and real-world testing with Python automation and embedded C/C++ development.

The position emphasizes developing IQ test benches, analyzing data, and reporting findings to camera engineering teams. Strong C/C++ and Python skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of embedded software development in Linux or RTOS with C/C++.
• Hands-on experience developing low-level device drivers for image sensors or video-capture hardware.
• Experience with camera IQ, imaging systems, or related electronics.
• Experience maintaining lab measurement setups.
• Proficiency in Python for test automation and data analysis.
• Knowledge of CMOS image sensor architecture and basic analog electronics.
• Experience with imaging lab equipment and optical components.
• Understanding of statistical analysis and variability.

Responsibilities

• Execute camera IQ testing in lab and real-world environments.
• Develop and maintain IQ test benches and measurement systems.
• Create and improve test software for automated data acquisition and analysis.
• Analyze data and communicate results, trends, and recommendations.
• Write technical reports on characterization results and actions.
• Develop new test setups to expand camera validation capabilities.
• Design and maintain C/C++ drivers for image sensors and video hardware.
• Develop drivers for GMSL links and related interfaces.
• Implement and debug interfaces such as MIPI CSI-2, I2C, and Automotive Ethernet.
• Support camera module bring-up with bench setups and diagnostic tools.
• Develop BIST, logging, and fault-recovery utilities.
• Support automotive safety practices per ISO 26262.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Python

Linux/RTOS

Camera IQ testing

Test automation

Data analysis

Lab measurement

MIPI CSI-2/I2C/Automotive Ethernet

Tools

GMSL2/GMSL3 drivers

MIPI CSI-2 interfaces

Job description

Camera Image Quality, Driver Development, and Characterization Engineer

We are seeking an engineer to support camera image quality (IQ) evaluation, driver development, and characterization for advanced vehicle camera systems. This role will execute laboratory and real-world testing, develop test methodologies, analyze data, and communicate findings to camera engineering stakeholders. The ideal candidate combines camera and optical testing experience with Python-based automation and embedded C/C++ development.

Scope:

• Execute camera image quality, characterization, and performance testing in laboratory and real-world environments.
• Develop, maintain, and operate camera IQ test benches, measurement systems, and supporting equipment.
• Create and improve test software for automated data acquisition, analysis, and visualization using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
• Analyze test data using statistical methods and communicate results, trends, and recommendations.
• Write technical reports documenting characterization results, issues, and recommended actions.
• Develop new test setups and methodologies to expand camera validation capabilities.
• Design, implement, and maintain C/C++ device drivers for automotive CMOS image sensors and video-capture hardware.
• Develop and optimize drivers for multi-gigabit automotive SerDes links, including GMSL2/GMSL3.
• Implement and debug communications across MIPI CSI-2, I2C, Automotive Ethernet, and related interfaces.
• Support camera module bring-up using bench setups, frame grabbers, and diagnostic tools.
• Develop bus-transaction logging utilities, Built-In Self-Test (BIST) routines, and fault-recovery mechanisms.
• Support development practices aligned with automotive functional-safety requirements, including ISO 26262.

Required:

• 2+ years of embedded software development experience using modern C++ and C in Linux or RTOS environments.
• Hands‑on experience developing low‑level device drivers for image sensors, video‑capture hardware, or high‑speed peripherals.
• Experience with camera image quality, image sensors, electronics, or imaging systems.
• Experience creating, maintaining, and operating sensitive laboratory measurement setups.
• Proficiency with Python or similar tools for test automation, data acquisition, and analysis.
• Knowledge of CMOS image sensor architecture, basic analog circuits, electronics, and camera system design.
• Experience with imaging lab equipment such as light sources, lux meters, test charts, lenses, optical filters, and opto‑mechanical components.
• Understanding of statistical analysis, including variation, uncertainty, and measures of central tendency.
• Strong problem‑solving, technical documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision while maintaining a clean and professional lab environment.

Pluses:

• Direct experience with automotive multi‑gigabit SerDes architectures, including GMSL2 or GMSL3.
• Experience with Automotive Ethernet, including 100BASE‑T1 or 1000BASE‑T1.
• Experience with high‑throughput network‑streaming pipelines.
• Experience developing BIST, diagnostics, logging, or fault‑recovery systems.
• Experience applying ISO 26262 or other automotive functional-safety standards.
• Experience with Excel, COM‑capable programming environments, or statistical software.

Estimated Min Rate: $50.00

Estimated Max Rate: $80.00/hr +. Depends on work experience.

What’s In It for You?

We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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