Camera Systems Architect

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 313,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Camera Systems Architect to lead the future of camera technology. This role involves driving hardware requirements, performing detailed system analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate imaging solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in optical fundamentals and image processing, along with excellent communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for stock ownership and educational reimbursement. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion while pushing the boundaries of camera technology.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and free services

Educational reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses or commission payments

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience required.
• 10+ years in camera technology development and optics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive camera hardware requirements aligning with product vision.
• Perform system analysis and derive camera requirements from use cases.

Skills

Optical Fundamentals

Image Quality Evaluation

Image Processing

Technical Project Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree or PhD in related field

Tools

Camera Module Design

Validation and Metrology Techniques

Computer Vision Algorithms

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

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Description

Apple is seeking an energetic and highly motivated Camera Systems Architect to drive future camera hardware requirements that meet product vision, including considerations for feature requirements, ISP & silicon capabilities, power budgets, optical & mechanical design requirements and solution cost. The ideal candidate would have the capabilities required to perform detailed system analysis and tradeoff evaluations while pushing boundaries in this wide technology space with the goal of arriving at the most optimal solution. Additional responsibilities include:

1. Perform detailed system analysis and tradeoff evaluations, derive camera and camera system requirements from use cases, and push the boundary in this wide technology solution to arrive at the most optical solution.
2. Work closely with camera HW, ISP and algorithm design teams creating proposals for future Apple imaging solutions.
3. Develop camera design options based on system requirements and constraints.
4. Guide design studies for imaging system proposals, mapping to system requirements and performance goals.
5. Analyze system simulations to quantify proposals and designs.
6. Deliver executive level presentations based on solid facts and detailed analysis.
7. Collaborate on prototyping efforts for early evaluation where necessary.
8. Lead architecture development and trade-off analysis cross-functionally, provide technical leadership and oversight and down-select recommendations.
9. Design studies to quantitively assess customer impact, this can include visual perception impact and/or computer vision algorithm impacts.
10. Derive image space figures of merits and requirements, allocate requirements to related sub-components, accounting for calibration, hardware tolerances, variations, and reliability.
11. Collaborate on factory test and metrology setups. Support camera and system design and validation process, failure analysis and triage.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Optics Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in one or more of the following area: optical fundamentals, image quality evaluation, image processing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Optics Science, a related field.
• 10+ years relevant industry experience.
• Experience in these following areas: camera technology development, optics, image quality evaluation, validation and metrology techniques for imaging, and computer vision and machine learning algorithms.
• Knowledge with camera module design, including aspects of image sensor, optics, module construction, assembly processes, etc.
• Good knowledge of state of the art ISP data-flows and processing blocks.
• Experience with modern imaging algorithms such as HDR, super resolution, image fusion, multi-camera registration, etc.
• Experience with technical project and team leadership: strong communication, persuasion and negotiation skills in addition to being comfortable with working through ambiguities.
• Excellent written skills for clear reporting of data analysis and conclusions.

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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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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