Image Sensor Architect, Camera Hardware

Apple Inc

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On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$181,100–$318,400 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · Image Sensor Architect, Camera Hardware

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Join the Camera Hardware Engineering group as a Senior Image Sensor Architect, where you will drive the innovation of camera hardware for Apple’s flagship products. Your role involves defining and developing cutting-edge image sensor architectures that integrate digital control, processing, and functional capabilities to support next-generation camera systems. You will work cross-functionally to translate ambitious product goals into concrete silicon requirements, exploring emerging technologies and analyzing system-level constraints to make architectural decisions from concept through to productization. Essential skills include experience with high-performance and low-power image sensor design, as well as proficiency in programming languages like C or Python. This role demands a deep understanding of the interplay between optics, sensor technology, and software to deliver superior camera user experiences on devices such as iPhones and iPads.

Skills

Python C Matlab VHDL Verilog SystemVerilog CMOS Analog Design Mixed Signal Design Image Sensor Technology High Performance and Low Power Design Algorithm Development Signal Processing Simulation Tools Design Verification Camera Systems Multi-disciplinary Teams Cross-functional Collaboration

What you'll do

  • Define and develop image sensor architectures for next-generation camera systems.
  • Evaluate problem spaces to identify architectural approaches for innovative features.
  • Drive chip-level specifications and support initial silicon implementation bring-up.
  • Participate in system integration tasks with multi-disciplinary teams during development.
  • Represent new camera silicon in cross-functional forums to assess feature tradeoffs.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor of Science in EE, CE, CS with 10+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Experience designing high performance and low power image sensor architectures
  • Leadership in developing image sensing devices or mixed-signal designs
  • Familiarity with industry trends and technical challenges for imaging sensors/systems
  • Ability to derive design requirements from specifications and ensure compliance
  • Experience modeling, simulating, and optimizing device/system designs for tradeoffs
  • Proficiency in algorithm development and signal processing data-path design

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