Pixel Development Engineer

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock programmes

RSU awards

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted Apple products

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California, is seeking a Camera Sensor Engineer to help design and develop next-generation image sensors for Apple products.

You will evaluate pixel technology, collaborate with global vendors, and ensure rigorous testing across stages to deliver outstanding camera performance. The role requires a BS in engineering or physics with hands-on silicon bring-up, sensor characterization, and experience in camera system integration.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics or similar field.
• Experience in image sensor pixel development, characterization and debug.
• Familiar with image sensor tech, performance metrics, and camera integration.
• Hands-on silicon bring-up and testing; ability to innovate.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate pixel technology from global image sensor vendors.
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop new image sensors for various applications.
• Coordinate testing at all stages to guarantee performance.
• Document and present results to internal and external teams.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to develop next-gen camera products and features.

Skills

Image sensor design

Data analysis tools

Sensor bring-up and debug

Camera system integration

Silicon testing

Education

BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Physics

Master/PhD (preferred)

Tools

JMP

MATLAB

Excel

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

Do you love taking on big challenges that require exceptionally creative solutions? Do you deeply understand how an incredible camera experience should work? As part of our Camera Semiconductor Devices group, you’ll help design the innovative technology that allows each generation of Apple products to produce photos even more incredible than the last. You’ll design and develop groundbreaking ideas for everything involved in our camera systems, from sensor to lens. You’ll collaborate with teams across Apple to research, design, develop, test, and qualify camera hardware for Apple products. Together, we’ll craft a magical photography experience that redefines what millions of customers can expect from their cameras.

Description

Evaluating sophisticated pixel technology from global image sensor vendors.Collaborating with global image sensor suppliers to develop new image sensors for different applications.Working with internal and external teams to assure that sufficient and correct testing is implemented at all stages to guarantee performance.Documenting and presenting your results to both internal and external engineering teams.Multi-functional collaboration to develop next generation camera products and features.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Electrical engineering, Computer engineering, physics, or similar field
• Experience in image sensor pixel and sensor development, sensor characterization, sensor bring up and debug, or wafer level testing.
• Familiar with image sensor technology, image sensor performance metrics, image sensor usage, and integration into camera systems.
• Be aware of general industry trends and technical challenges.
• Hands-on experience with silicon bring-up, sensor characterization and issue debug. Ability to innovate and build new and unique solutions.
• Experience with data analysis tools (JMP, MATLAB, Excel, etc).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master or Ph.D. degree in the relevant fields.
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of sensor usage that you can efficiently work with and support the camera team.
• Written and verbal communication skills and proven teamwork and leadership skills!

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 $150,400 and $225,300, 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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