Senior Embedded Camera Firmware Engineer

OpenAI; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 293,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenAI is seeking a Camera Firmware Engineer based in San Francisco, CA. This role involves owning low-level camera enablement on custom hardware, developing firmware, and ensuring reliable operation of camera systems. Candidates should have experience with embedded camera systems, strong C/C++ skills, and familiarity with camera hardware interfaces.

The position offers a hybrid work model, with four days in the office, along with relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Deep experience shipping embedded camera systems, including sensor bring-up and debugging.
• Strong C/C++ experience with embedded or Linux-based systems.
• Hands-on understanding of common camera hardware interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Bring up new camera sensors and modules on prototype and production boards.
• Develop and maintain low-level camera software.
• Enable and validate core capture paths for production.

Skills

Embedded camera systems

C/C++ programming

Driver development

Board-level debugging

Camera hardware interfaces

Job description

OpenAI is seeking a Camera Firmware Engineer based in San Francisco, CA. This role involves owning low-level camera enablement on custom hardware, developing firmware, and ensuring reliable operation of camera systems. Candidates should have experience with embedded camera systems, strong C/C++ skills, and familiarity with camera hardware interfaces.

The position offers a hybrid work model, with four days in the office, along with relocation assistance.