Camera SIPI Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Stock programs

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Apple Inc. Camera Hardware Engineering invites engineers to design, analyze, and optimize camera sub-systems across sensor, lens, and module integration. Contribute to next-generation imaging performance with advanced SI/PI simulations and EM risk assessment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate designs and drive reliable, high‑quality products. The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, hands-on testing, and the ability to communicate complex results clearly to

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in high speed signal and/or PDN fundamentals.
• Experience in HFSS, SI-Wave/PSI, Q3D, CST and/or ADS.

Responsibilities

• Model and analyze camera sub-system SI/PI performance & component-level EM risk and provide feedback/recommendations for design optimization.
• Assist senior team members to drive new design characterization, validation and correlation.
• Collaborate with system team for high speed channel and power delivery network budgeting for camera feature integration.
• Participate in design feasibility studies for future technologies.
• Develop new simulation methodologies for sign-off analysis.

Skills

High-speed signaling

PDN fundamentals

Python scripting

JMP for statistics

Cross-functional collaboration

Camera SI/PI concepts

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

HFSS

SI-Wave/PSI

Q3D

CST

ADS

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. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish!

Description

The Camera Hardware Engineering group is responsible for the design, development, and innovation of camera hardware for all related Apple products. This covers RGB wide, ultra-wide, & tele rear cameras as well as the “selfie” front camera. Additionally, we support rear depth sensing as well as the “face ID” front sensing modules. Our target is to deliver superior camera hardware to enable best-in-class camera user experience. We are looking for an enthusiastic, high energy individual who can help us with tomorrow’s challenges. They should be highly self-motivated and proactive with critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Model and analyze camera sub-system SI/PI performance & component-level EM (Desense & Susceptibility) risk and provide feedback/recommendations for design optimization
• Assist senior team members to drive new design characterization, validation and correlation
• Collaborate with system team for high speed channel and power delivery network budgeting for camera feature integration
• Participate in design feasibility studies for future technologies
• Develop new simulation methodologies for sign-off analysis

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or other relevant field of interest.
• Experience in high speed signal and/or PDN fundamentals.
• Experience in main-stream tool chain e.g HFSS, SI-Wave/PSI, Q3D, CST and/or ADS.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or other relevant field of interest with industry experience.
• Academic or industry exposure to camera or SI/PI technical areas and/or electro-magnetic concepts.
• Experience running substrate, package, flex, and/or PCB level SI/PI simulations.
• Comfortable to handle VNA, TDR, and/or Oscilloscope in academic or professional settings.
• Great communication skills to work with x-functional teams.
• Academic knowledge or experience with image sensor or camera module.
• Proficient in using JMP for statistical analysis.
• Experience in Python scripting for automating simulation setup.

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
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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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