Embedded Camera Software Engineer — Low‑Level, Real‑Time ISP

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 150,400 - 277,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Stock options

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA, is seeking an embedded software engineer to design and implement low‑level drivers and system software for ISP pipelines on Apple SoCs. You will work across firmware, kernel, and user space, partnering with Silicon Design, Camera Hardware, and QA to deliver reliable imaging features.

The role requires C/C++ expertise and real‑time embedded experience, with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment.

Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
• 3+ years of relevant industry experience in embedded or systems software development.
• Proficiency in C and C++.
• Proficiency in developing real‑time software in embedded environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement low‑level drivers and system software for ISP pipelines in embedded environments.
• Develop camera features across the full software stack—from user-space to kernel drivers to firmware.
• Collaborate with Silicon Design, Camera Hardware, Media Frameworks, and QA teams to define requirements.
• Develop system software for secure sensor subsystems powering features like Face ID and Optic ID.
• Support hardware validation, factory testing, and manufacturing diagnostics to ensure quality at scale.

Skills

C

C++

Real-time software

Embedded systems

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

macOS kernel development

Camera ISP pipelines

Embedded toolchains

Job description

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA, is seeking an embedded software engineer to design and implement low‑level drivers and system software for ISP pipelines on Apple SoCs. You will work across firmware, kernel, and user space, partnering with Silicon Design, Camera Hardware, and QA to deliver reliable imaging features.

The role requires C/C++ expertise and real‑time embedded experience, with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment.