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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Camera System Integration Engineer - **Company:** Apple Inc. - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $142,300.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Apple Products, Virtual Camera Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Image Quality, Signal Integrity, Systems Integration - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/apple/camera-system-integration-engineer ## About the Role 3 years of industry experience Experience delivering products at scale from concept to mass production meeting yield, reliability, and efficiency targets Understanding of geometric optics and image quality evaluation including test charts, algorithms, lighting, image/depth sensor design, or characterization Knowledge of failure analysis techniques including optical microscopy, X-ray, CT scans, SEM, etc. Ability in root-cause and corrective-action analysis Understanding of compact module manufacturing processes such as sensor attachment, flex attachment, active alignment, etc. Understanding of geometric optics and image quality evaluation including test charts, algorithms, and lighting conditions Proficiency in electronic circuit and system design including power delivery, signal integrity, including modules coexistence Design and analysis of highly constrained, high-volume systems, including multiple optomechanical modules Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's in a relevant field (Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or equivalent) Experience in design or manufacturing or integration of optomechanical products Ability to travel internationally ## Description The Camera Hardware Engineering group is responsible for all research, design, development, test, and qualification of camera hardware for Apple products. We are searching for extraordinary Hardware Engineers to take ownership in the development and system integration of very high-performance, compact camera modules and depth-sensing hardware such as the revolutionary 8x Telephoto camera with the 200mm optical zoom integrated into the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max! Responsibilities: Definition and trade-off studies of RGB camera optics, sensors, actuators, and packaging. Interaction with optical, electrical, process, controls, systems, sensing, test, and mechanical teams on integration of camera hardware into products. Leadership of offshore manufacturing partners on camera design evaluation, product prototype builds, and qualification. Leadership of failure analysis and corrective action implementation at manufacturing sites as well as remotely, including assembly processes, testing, and calibration; parametric-data analysis of end-of-line yield and post-reliability failures. Evaluation and debugging of camera HW at module and product levels for Camera/- Depth Design and Integration. Documentation of camera-specific design, test, and manufacturing requirements. 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