Senior Computer Vision Architect — Real-Time On-Device AI

Socket.dev; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple's Video Computer Vision and Video Engineering teams in Sunnyvale seek a senior architect to drive real‑time on‑device CV, perception, and ISP optimization. You will bridge firmware, low‑level software, and algorithm design to deliver production‑ready features across devices.

The role requires leading cross‑functional programs, deep multi‑modal sensing knowledge, and the ability to balance performance, latency, and power.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering plus 20+ years of relevant experience.
• Leads cross-functional initiatives turning CV research into production features.
• Bridges algorithm design with low-level system optimization for ISP/IMU constraints.
• Deep understanding of multi-modal perception, sensor fusion, imaging tech, and latency/power tradeoffs.
• Expertise in CV areas such as SLAM, tracking, calibration, PnP pose estimation, scene understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional initiatives transforming state-of-the-art CV research into production-ready features.
• Collaborate with firmware, OS, and feature teams to optimize ISP performance under power and latency constraints.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Architectural design

Real-time systems

Multi-modal perception

Algorithms / CV

Image quality ISP optimization

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Apple's Video Computer Vision and Video Engineering teams in Sunnyvale seek a senior architect to drive real‑time on‑device CV, perception, and ISP optimization. You will bridge firmware, low‑level software, and algorithm design to deliver production‑ready features across devices.

The role requires leading cross‑functional programs, deep multi‑modal sensing knowledge, and the ability to balance performance, latency, and power.