Software Image Quality Manager, Creativity Apps

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$206,200–$356,400 / yr
Posted
27 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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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 · Software Image Quality Manager, Creativity Apps

The Software Image Quality Manager, Creativity Apps joins the Creativity Apps team to lead, mentor, and grow a team of Image Quality Engineers focused on photo and video editing features. This role involves planning, designing, maintaining, and overseeing the quality evaluation and validation of AI and ML models used in creative tools. The manager will establish objective and subjective image quality metrics, identify risks during development, and collaborate with engineering, product, and design teams to ensure high performance. Key technical requirements include expertise in digital image processing, color science, compression algorithms, video codecs, HDR workflows, and advanced color grading. Candidates should be proficient in computer vision, GenAI Repair tools, and using AI/LLMs for quality evaluations. Preferred skills include Python scripting for automation and familiarity with iOS and macOS platforms to solve complex imaging problems.

What you'll do

  • Lead, mentor, and grow a team of Image Quality Engineers focused on photo and video editing features.
  • Oversee the evaluation and validation of AI and ML models used in image and video processing.
  • Establish and maintain objective and subjective image quality metrics and benchmarks.
  • Identify and mitigate potential quality risks throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with engineering, product, and design teams to define feature requirements and quality goals.
  • Present technical quality findings and reports to product and leadership teams.
  • Champion a quality-first culture across the organization regarding image and video processing.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Image Processing, or a related technical field.
  • 5+ years of experience in imaging, video processing, or computational photography quality.
  • At least 3 years of experience in a managerial or leadership capacity managing a team.
  • Proven experience in image quality evaluation and testing for photo and video applications.
  • Strong understanding of digital image processing, color/image science, compression algorithms, and video codecs.
  • Experience with AI/ML model evaluation and validation in computer vision or image manipulation contexts.
  • Knowledge of HDR workflows, advanced color grading techniques, and experience with GenAI Repair tools.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python) and iOS/macOS platforms (preferred).

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