Research Engineer, Video Tone Mapping

What you'll do

• Prototype novel tone mapping algorithms using high-level languages like Matlab or Python.
• Implement and refine developed algorithms on-device to meet specific image quality and execution time criteria.
• Collaborate with hardware design teams to develop new image processing blocks for improved quality.
• Influence the artistic look of videos across various Apple products and capture modalities.
• Define and develop feature proposals targeting both consumer and professional markets.
• Develop real-time algorithms that leverage Apple silicon technologies like the ISP or ANE.
• Manage the full development cycle from initial proof of concept to field testing and validation.

What we're looking for

• Master's degree and at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.
• Track record of developing image processing algorithms such as auto white balance, tone mapping, auto exposure, and high dynamic range capture.
• Validated coding skills in Python or MATLAB.
• Familiarity with a digital camera image processing pipeline and the Image Signal Processor (ISP) (preferred).
• Understanding of image quality metrics and subjective evaluations (preferred).
• Proven knowledge of HDR encoding standards (preferred).
• Experience with professional video content postproduction, color grading workflows, and machine learning algorithms (preferred).
• Programming skills in C/C++ and interest in vision or color science (preferred).