Camera Embedded Software Engineer

Overview

Apple's ISP team is looking for an extraordinary Embedded Software Engineer to drive pioneering technologies for Apple products. You will work on core camera and ISP technologies, including the Apple crafted Image Signal Processing Pipeline and hardware components. You will define how Apple develops, tests and manufactures all of its products. The environment is product-innovation focused, with rapid iteration, collaboration across teams, and a liberating amount of autonomy.

This is a highly multi-functional product development role and you will work closely with various teams such as the Silicon Design/QA team and the machine learning algorithm team. The environment is multifaceted, fast-paced and requires a self-starter demeanor.

• Develop, maintain and pursue improvements in the camera software stack for embedded systems, focusing on the latest SoC blocks and chipsets in Apple.
• Develop low level device drivers for the image processing pipeline in embedded systems.
• Work with high level software clients using camera functionality to understand requirements, use cases and limitations; design, implement and test the camera software stack.
• Design and implement camera features in embedded systems for Apple products; collaborate with other teams to define features and communication protocols and document requirements with implementation specifications.
• Optimize and improve system performance in terms of power, usage, latency, and jitter.
• Work on hardware validation and provide software support to factory testing; implement features to support hardware testing and diagnosis.

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields
• 3 years of experience in embedded software development
• Proficiency in C/C++
• Proficiency in the development of multi-thread software within embedded RTOS systems

• Passion for embedded software development
• Familiarity with camera pipeline and video processing
• Familiarity with SoC and hardware layer knowledge such as bring-up, hardware drivers and firmware development
• Familiarity with memory management and optimization, and performance tuning in embedded systems

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is between $147,400 and $272,100, 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 seek to promote 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.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.