Camera System Engineer

Meta; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Meta’s Reality Labs seeks a Camera System Engineer to own imaging and projector modules for next-generation AR/VR devices. You will drive technical decisions, translate features into module requirements, and coordinate across architecture, sensor, mechanical, electrical, optical, validation, process, testing, reliability and software teams.

This role covers end-to-end design to mass production, including detector selection, packaging, and collaboration with offshore vendors to ensure factory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Optical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or Physics.
• 6+ years in optical sensing modules for consumer electronics.
• Experience as camera-module technical owner or end-to-end module owner.
• Packaging experience for camera/illumination modules.
• CMOS image sensors, thermal sensors, and illuminators experience.
• NTI to NPI project experience.
• DFMEA and PFMEA experience; optical testing.
• Experience with offshore vendors and manufacturing.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Own the imaging/projector module as technical DRI from exploration through ramp.
• Coordinate with architecture, sensor, mechanical, electrical, optical, validation, process, testing, quality, system HW and SW teams.
• Translate product features into system/module/component requirements.
• Define detector and module requirements (frame rate, resolution, size, cost, power).
• Evolve requirements as program matures; lead NTI through NPI.
• Lead module packaging and assembly definition for mass production.
• Work with offshore vendors and module integrators to manufacture modules; support bring-up, troubleshooting, and quality at the factory.
• Conduct DFMEA and PFMEA; perform optical testing of the module.
• Analyze data from builds; drive iterative design cycles; report progress and risks.

Skills

Camera module ownership

Optical sensing modules

End-to-end module ownership

Packaging technology

CMOS image sensors

Thermal sensors

Illuminators

DFMEA / PFMEA

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Optical/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Physics

Job description

Meta’s Reality Lab designs and manufactures camera, depth sensing, and illuminators for Meta's AR/VR and wearable devices. We own our modules end-to-end, from architecture and requirements through design, qualification, and mass-production ramp by leading cross-functional partners and offshore vendors, defining specifications, and driving failure analysis and quality improvement to deliver high-quality modules.As the technical technical owner for this role, you will own the design and delivery of advanced sensing and illuminator modules for Meta's next-generation products. The role spans multiple sensing and illumination domains, including thermal imaging and sensing. You will explore the solution landscape, determine what best fits our use cases, and define the module requirements, from detector and component selection through system integration. You will take this effort from new-technology initiative (NTI) through to new-product introduction (NPI), working closely with internal cross-functional partners and with offshore vendors and module integrators to manufacture these modules.Camera System Engineer Responsibilities:Technical leadership and ownership, serving as the primary point of contact for all technical aspects of the modulesCoordinate with cross-functional teams, including architecture, sensor, mechanical, electrical, optical, validation, process, testing, quality, reliability, system hardware and software engineering, etc., to ensure that the modules integrate seamlessly into the overall system, resolve technical challenges, and drive project successOwn the imaging/projector module as technical DRI, from solution exploration and vendor/detector evaluation through design, build, qualification, and rampTranslate product features into system, module, and component-level requirementsDefine detector and module requirements (e.g., frame rate, resolution, size, cost, power) and evolve them as the program maturesSupport the NTI effort and drive it through the NPI processLead module packaging and assembly definition for consumer-grade, mass-production manufacturingWork closely with offshore vendors and module integrators to manufacture these modules, supporting bring-up, troubleshooting, and quality at the factoryConduct detailed DFMEA and PFMEAown failure analysis and optical testing of the moduleAnalyze data from actual builds to validate design and simulation accuracy, lead iterative design cycles based on data analysis to ensure continuous improvement and refinement of the moduleMaintain detailed documentation of all technical decisions, design iterations, and testing resultsRegularly report on progress, challenges/escalations, and successes to leadership and other stakeholdersUp to 20% of travel, both domestic and international, to vendors and manufacturing sites as neededMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's or Master's in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field6+ years of industry experience in optical sensing modules (e.g., camera modules, depth modules, ToF, structured light, stereo, active illumination systems) for consumer electronics or similar high-volume productsExperience as a camera-module technical owner, or equivalent end-to-end module ownershipWorking experience with packaging technology, assembly and test methods at consumer / mass-production scale for camera, illumination and projector modulesExperience with CMOS image sensors, thermal sensors, and with illuminators (LED, VCSEL)Experience taking an NTI project into NPIExperience conducting detailed DFMEA and PFMEA, and with optical testing of modulesExperience working with offshore vendors and module integrators in a manufacturing environmentDemonstrated ability to translate product features into system/module/component requirementsExperience handling complex problems and ambiguity while working across large cross-functional teamsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with high-volume consumer electronics product development cyclesFamiliarity with reliability testing and common module failure modes across the product lifecycleExperience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologiesExperience integrating optical/sensing modules in consumer applicationsFamiliarity with multi-modal sensing stack (dToF/iToF + RGB + thermal), understanding sensor fusion, alignment, temporal sync, and shared calibrationAbout Meta:Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail].$144,000/year to $204,000/year + bonus + equity + benefitsIndividual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.