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# Software Engineer - Imaging Systems

- **Company:** Verkada Inc.
- **Location:** San Mateo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $280,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Computer Vision, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, Image Quality, Imaging Technology, Software Engineering, System Programming, Information Technology, Data Analytics
- **Published:** July 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/9371489?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F9371489%2FCamera-Image-Video-Quality-Engineer-California-San-Mateo

## About the Role

* BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
 * 3+ years of software development experience, with a strong foundation in systems programming.
 * Proficiency in C++.
 * Strong problem-solving skills and a proven ability to learn quickly and work independently.
 * Excellent communication and documentation skills; comfortable collaborating across cross-functional teams.
 * Must be willing and able to work onsite five days per week

Nice to Have

 * Working knowledge of optics, image sensors, ISP algorithms, and SDK integration for imaging components.
 * Deep understanding of digital camera systems, such as auto exposure, auto focus, auto white balance, WDR (Wide Dynamic Range), day/night transition and so on.
 * Ability to detect and triage imaging artifacts and system faults across the hardware-software boundary (e.g., sensor artifacts, mechanical malfunctions, or ISP stability).
 * Background in developing on-device software for IoT systems or embedded Linux environments.
 * Ability to evaluate image quality both objectively and subjectively, including noise, sharpness, color accuracy, and overall visual performance.

## Description

We're looking for an embedded software engineer passionate about the full camera stack to help build a best-in-class imaging system. In this role, you will design and implement core imaging system components and algorithms-including autofocus, auto-exposure, image quality, and system stability-while partnering closely with hardware and computer vision teams to push the boundaries of camera performance. You will evaluate system behavior through lab and field testing, deliver data-driven insights, and contribute to features that define our next-generation camera capabilities. This is a high-impact, hands-on role for someone excited to shape the future of camera systems., * Design and implement camera software across the imaging stack (e.g., 3A algorithms, camera pipeline configuration, sensor drivers) primarily in C++ and C.

 * Build and scale internal tools for image system tuning and automated diagnostics to enable precise image quality optimization and proactive detection of system-level imaging anomalies.
 * Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and computer vision teams to integrate and validate end-to-end system stability and image performance.
 * Collaborate with external vendors on IQ tuning and refine results to meet product performance targets
 * Analyze system metrics and imaging data to deliver data-driven features and continuous performance improvements .


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