February 22, 2025

Camera Imaging Power & Performance Engineer - Platform Architecture

Mid • On-site

$143,100 - $264,200/yr

Santa Clara, CA

Summary

Posted:
Role Number:200590601
Are you highly detailed and skilled at developing creative solutions? In this role, you will work with a team to provide power and performance data and inform future direction. This work is a vital component of the quality and efficiency of Apple’s future products. Join this group, and you’ll have a direct impact on the technology that shapes Apple’s customer experiences. Together, our work will be the reason millions of customers feel they can trust their devices every single day.

Description

Apple’s Platform Architecture group is looking for a motivated engineer with a strong background in camera quality/performance and power measurements and analysis. In this roll you will, • Perform analysis of camera systems in smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktop displays. • Identify image quality differences using subjective and objective measurements of still images and videos from camera systems and highlight deltas and opportunities for improvements. • Perform electrical power measurements on systems where possible and evaluate energy efficiency of the camera systems, including still and video capture modes. • Work cross functionally with teams owning different pieces of the camera system to highlight and present findings.

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS in EE/CE, Physics, Optics or similar engineering degree.
  • Experience with modern mobile camera technologies and tradeoffs.
  • Experience with process and tools required for evaluating camera performance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
  • Expertise in using spatial resolution, tone mapping, color accuracy, dynamic range, focus accuracy, use of HDR, camera launch performance, camera app responsiveness, video modes, and power consumption to evaluate camera performance.
  • Experience with evaluating quality and performance of modern consumer cameras, including smartphone, tablet, laptop, and display cameras.
  • Familiarity with camera system integration challenges and power measurements.
  • Ability to evaluate a camera based on customer-level expected usage.
  • Android and iOS smartphone camera experience.
  • Self-driven with initiative and passion for camera technologies, accurate data gathering and analysis.
  • Executive presentation and communication skills.

Pay & Benefits

  • At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $143,100 and $264,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

    Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

    Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

  • Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.