Sr. Imaging & Computer Vision Architect

Ambiq; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambiq in Austin, Texas is seeking an experienced Imaging Architect to define and develop advanced imaging architectures optimized for ultra-low-power operation. The role involves collaboration across hardware, software, AI teams, and developing specifications for future products.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and expertise in areas such as image signal processing and computer vision. This position requires on-site attendance five days per week.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of architecture experience in imaging, ISP, video, or related fields.
• Proven experience creating architecture specifications for complex SoCs.
• Strong understanding of low-power mobile, wearable, or IoT systems.

Responsibilities

• Define future imaging and computer vision architectures for Ambiq products.
• Develop architecture specifications and power/performance models.
• Drive camera image quality strategy and partner with software teams.

Skills

Image Signal Processing (ISP)

Computer Vision

Camera Systems

Video Encode/Decode

Neural Network Acceleration

Embedded AI

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

MS or PhD

Job description

Company Overview

Ambiq is on a mission to enable intelligence everywhere — powering the AI edge revolution with the world’s lowest-power semiconductor solutions. Built on our proprietary sub‑and near‑threshold technology, our chips deliver multi-fold improvements in energy efficiency without costly process scaling. Since 2010, we’ve shipped over 300 million units to customers building smarter wearables, medical devices, IoT products, and AI-powered edge applications. Our cross‑functional teams span design, research, development, production, marketing, sales, and operations across Austin, Hsinchu, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Singapore. We move fast, tackle hard problems, and create space for people to grow through complex, meaningful work that shapes the future of technology. We’re looking for self‑motivated, creative problem‑solvers who are eager to push technological limits and make a real impact in energy efficiency. At Ambiq, we live by five values: Innovate. Collaborate. Focus. Learn. Achieve. If that’s you, join us — the intelligence everywhere revolution starts here.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our architecture team, you’ll drive the definition and development of advanced imaging and computer vision architectures optimized for ultra-low-power operation. You’ll work across hardware, software, AI, applications, and product teams to transform concepts into market-leading solutions.

Responsibilities

• Define imaging, ISP, video, and computer vision architectures for future Ambiq products
• Develop architecture specifications, power/performance models, system flows, and use‑case definitions
• Drive camera image quality and imaging pipeline strategy
• Evaluate and integrate external and internal imaging, video, and AI IP
• Partner with software teams to define APIs, hardware abstraction layers, and imaging frameworks
• Collaborate with FPGA, design, verification, and physical design teams through implementation
• Support customer engagements to understand requirements and align product capabilities with market needs
• Contribute to product roadmaps and next‑generation imaging technology strategy

What We’re Looking For

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 8+ years of imaging, ISP, video, computer vision, AI accelerator, or related architecture experience
• Proven experience creating architecture specifications for complex SoCs or hardware platforms
• Expertise in one or more of the following:
  • Image Signal Processing (ISP)
  • Camera Systems
  • Computer Vision
  • Video Encode/Decode
  • Neural Network Acceleration
  • Embedded AI
• Experience delivering products from concept through silicon validation
• Strong understanding of low-power mobile, wearable, or IoT systems
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills

Preferred

• MS or PhD
• Advanced process node experience
• Team leadership or technical leadership experience

Why Ambiq?

At Ambiq, you’ll help create the world’s most power-efficient semiconductor solutions, enabling a future where AI is everywhere. You’ll work alongside exceptional engineers solving some of the industry’s most challenging architecture problems while influencing products that reach millions of users worldwide.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements. This position is based in Austin, Texas and requires onsite attendance five days per week.