Lead Image Quality Manager, Creativity Apps (AI/ML)

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 206,000 - 356,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a Software Image Quality Manager in Cupertino to lead a team of Image Quality Engineers focused on photo and video editing features.

You will plan, design, maintain, and oversee image/video quality evaluation and validation of AI/ML models used in editing tools, ensuring accuracy and performance across on-device processing. You will collaborate with engineering, product and design teams to understand requirements, identify risks, and mitigate quality issues throughout the

Qualifications

• 5+ years in imaging, video processing, or computational photography quality with 3+ years in leadership.
• Proven experience in image quality evaluation and testing for photo/video apps.
• Strong understanding of digital image processing, color science, compression, and codecs.
• Experience with AI/ML model evaluation/validation in CV contexts.
• Knowledge of HDR workflows and advanced color grading.
• Experience with objective/subjective image quality assessment.
• Experience with GenAI Repair tools.
• Experience using AI/LLMs for image/video evaluations.
• Proficient with QA tools and testing methodologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, maintain and oversee image/video quality and validation of AI/ML models for photo/video features.
• Collaborate with engineering, product and design to identify risks and mitigate quality issues.
• Establish objective and subjective image quality benchmarks and metrics.
• Lead and mentor a team of Image Quality Engineers.

Skills

Imaging & video quality

Leadership

Communication

AI/ML evaluation

Image/color science

On-device ML

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Image Processing

Job description

Apple Inc. is seeking a Software Image Quality Manager in Cupertino to lead a team of Image Quality Engineers focused on photo and video editing features.

You will plan, design, maintain, and oversee image/video quality evaluation and validation of AI/ML models used in editing tools, ensuring accuracy and performance across on-device processing. You will collaborate with engineering, product and design teams to understand requirements, identify risks, and mitigate quality issues throughout the