Embedded Quality Engineer - Camera

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 144,600 - 263,800; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California, is seeking an experienced Embedded Quality Engineer - Camera to ensure best-in-class camera/ISP solutions for Apple products.

You will qualify camera firmware and drivers, and help deliver high-quality experiences to millions of customers. In this role, you will design test plans, own testing across platforms, execute manual tests and build automated tests integrated with CI/CD pipelines, and collaborate with development and QA teams to triage issues and

Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
• 3+ years of QA experience testing embedded system products and automating test plans.
• Proficiency in Python or a similar scripting language.
• Understanding of camera technologies, ISP pipeline, 3A, video formats, and color space is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently drive and own testing of camera features across platforms.
• Design test cases and implement test plans related to functionality, performance, power, stability, and image quality.
• Execute creative manual tests and develop scalable automated tests and test tools integrated with CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with development teams and multi-functional QA teams to triage, diagnose, and debug issues to determine root cause.
• Identify trends and highlight potential risks.

Skills

Python scripting

Embedded QA testing

Camera/ISP knowledge

Test plan design

Automated testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

macOS

Unix/Linux

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

We are looking for an experienced and outcome-driven Embedded Quality Engineer - Camera to ensure that we deliver the best-in-class camera/ISP solution for Apple products! In this role, you will play a critical part in qualifying camera firmware and drivers, ensuring we ship a high-quality product that delights and inspires millions of Apple customers every day. As a member of our fast-paced group, you will have the outstanding and exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of upcoming products. This is a chance to make a significant impact on the camera experience for a global audience.

Description

In this role, you will: - Independently drive and own testing of camera features across platforms. - Design test cases and implement test plans related to the functionality, performance, power, stability, and image quality of our camera solution. - Execute creative manual tests and develop scalable automated tests and test tools that will be integrated with CI/CD pipelines. - Collaborate with development teams and multi-functional QA teams to triage, diagnose, and debug issues to determine the root cause. - Identify trends and highlight potential risks.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
• 3+ years of QA experience testing embedded system products: developing system/feature-level test plans and test cases and automating these intelligently
• Solid understanding of development lifecycles, QA methodologies, and structured test processes.
• Proficiency in Python or a similar scripting language.
• Understanding of camera technologies, image signal processing (ISP) pipeline, 3A, video formats, and color space is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with command-line operation of operating systems such as macOS or Unix/Linux.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working on successful, large-volume consumer products
• Passionate about new technologies with a proactive, detail oriented mindset and dedication to product excellence.

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 $144,600 and $263,800, 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

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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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