Camera Image Quality Lab Automation Engineer

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking an Image Quality Lab Automation Engineer to design, build, and run tests on the Camera Imaging system, and to present objective and subjective analyses that influence product decisions.

You will develop bespoke lab automation solutions, work with cross-functional camera teams, and help raise the image quality of Apple’s iOS cameras through innovative testing and data-driven insights.

Qualifications

• Real-world automation experience with coding models and harnesses (Opus/Gemini/GPT, Claude Code, Codex).
• Expertise in at least one: Bash, Python, MATLAB, Swift, C++.
• Imaging algorithms and pipelines knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with cross-functional collaboration.
• Working knowledge of photography and camera terminology.
• Familiarity with ISO Image Quality Metrics and charts.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and run tests to evaluate camera image quality (objective and subjective).
• Develop custom automation solutions for the Camera Imaging lab.
• Analyze results and present findings to influence product decisions across camera teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve imaging performance.
• Translate complex data into clear recommendations and reports.

Skills

Lab automation

Scripting languages

Imaging pipelines

Cross-functional comms

Photography basics

IQ metrics

Education degree

Education

BS degree in CS/SE/Imaging

Tools

None

Job description

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking an Image Quality Lab Automation Engineer to design, build, and run tests on the Camera Imaging system, and to present objective and subjective analyses that influence product decisions.

You will develop bespoke lab automation solutions, work with cross-functional camera teams, and help raise the image quality of Apple’s iOS cameras through innovative testing and data-driven insights.