Camera Embedded Software Engineer

Apple Inc.
Cupertino, CA, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$147,400.0 - $272,100.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Apple Products C++ (Programming Language) Communications Protocols Device Drivers Embedded Software Firmware Machine Learning Real-Time Operating Systems Signal Processing Software Engineering Multithreading Hardware Testing

Job description

Apple’s Camera Firmware team is looking for an extraordinary firmware engineer to drive groundbreaking technologies for Apple products! As part of the team you would work on core camera/ISP/Machine learning technologies, including Apple crafted Image signal processing pipeline and HW components, where you will have the chance to define the way that Apple develops, tests and manufactures all of its products. Our close-knit team champions an environment of product innovation, rapid product iteration and collaboration at both team and multi-functional levels with a liberating amount of autonomy!, In this role you will implement, maintain and pursue problems in our firmware. This is a highly multi-functional product development role and you will work closely with various teams, like Silicon Design, QA team and the Machine Learning algorithm team! The environment is multifaceted, fast-paced and requires a self-starter demeanor.ā€,ā€responsibilitiesā€:ā€Develop low level device drivers for sophisticated image processing pipeline in embedded systems for the latest SoC blocks, chipsets in Apple.

Work with algorithm team to design and develop algorithms to control CMOS image sensors, ISP pipeline and machine learning pipeline.

Design and implement camera features in embedded systems for Apple products. You will work with other teams to define features and communication protocols and detail the requirements clearly with implementation specifications.

Optimize image processing algorithms to improve system performance.

Work on HW validation and provide firmware support to factory testing. You will also implement features to support hardware testing and diagnosis.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Software engineering?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, Familiarity with camera pipeline and HW components, BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience

3+ years of embedded software development experience

Proficiency in C/C++

Proficiency in development of multi-thread software within embedded RTOS system

Benefits & conditions

4.14.1 out of 5 stars Cupertino, CA $147,400 - $272,100 a year, Pulled from the full job description

  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Dental insurance
  • RSU, 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 $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.

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