Software Engineer III, Computer Vision, Pixel Camera

Google; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Google’s Pixel Advanced Camera Autofocus team is seeking engineers to own the end-to-end lifecycle of Pixel camera features, from research and algorithm development to prototyping, optimization, and final commercialization.

In this role, you will shape the mobile imaging experience by delivering 3A/ISP and computational photography features while collaborating with Hardware, Research, and Chip design teams to ensure sharp, high-quality images across Pixel devices.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of experience with software development in C++.
• 1 year of experience with ML infrastructure.
• 1 year of experience with computer vision or imaging.

Responsibilities

• Write product or system development code.
• Research and develop 3A (Autofocus, Auto exposure, Auto white balance), ISP (image signal processor) and other computational photography/computer vision features such as depth map, scene understanding that are mobile friendly and simulate the physical world.
• Conduct new feature development, productization, and system specification, through software prototyping, simulation, and image quality characterization.
• Work with cross-functional teams such as Hardware, Research and Chip design teams.

Skills

C++

Software development

Machine learning infrastructure

Computer vision

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

In most instances, this position requires in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree.
• 2 years of experience with software development in C++.
• 1 year of experience with ML infrastructure (e.g., model deployment, model evaluation, optimization, data processing, debugging).
• 1 years of experience with computer vision, imaging, or augmented reality platforms.

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
• 2 years of experience with performance, large-scale systems data analysis, visualization tools, or debugging.
• 2 years of experience with data structures and algorithms
• Experience with sensor characteristics, optics, and image signal processing of the mobile imaging system.

About The Job

Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.

The Pixel Advanced Camera Autofocus team is looking for innovative engineers and researchers to help shape the future of mobile imaging. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end product lifecycle of features that define the Pixel camera experience. Our team manages everything from initial research and algorithm development to prototyping, optimization, and final commercialization. Our ultimate mission is to ensure Pixel Phone cameras deliver exceptionally sharp, clear images while pioneering the next generation of visual experiences.

The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $147000 - $210000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Responsibilities

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• Write product or system development code.
• Participate in, or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to decide amongst available technologies.
• Research and develop 3A (Autofocus, Auto exposure, Auto white balance), ISP (image signal processor) and other computational photography/computer vision features such as depth map, scene understanding that are mobile friendly and simulate the physical world
• Conduct new feature development, productization, and system specification, through software prototyping, simulation, and image quality characterization.
• Work with cross-functional teams such as Hardware, Research and Chip design teams.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form .