Camera Platform Engineer at Apple
Cupertino, CA 95014
About the Job
SummaryPosted: Role Number:200562234Apple's ISP team is looking for an extraordinary, embedded software engineer to drive groundbreaking technologies for Apple products! As part of the team you would work on core camera and ISP 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 cultivates an environment of product innovation, rapid product iteration and collaboration at both team and multi-functional levels with a liberating amount of autonomy.DescriptionIn this role you will implement, maintain, and pursue problems in our camera software stack including:
1
Develop and integrate the Machine learning algorithm implementation in both iOS/MacOS kernel and user space.
2
Develop low level device drivers for sophisticated image processing pipeline in embedded systems for the latest SoC blocks, chipsets in Apple.
3
Work with higher level software clients who are using camera, understanding their requirement, use case, limitation, then design, implement and test our camera software stack.
4
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.
5
Work on HW validation and provide software support to factory testing
You will also implement features to support hardware testing and diagnosis
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.Minimum QualificationsRTOS development experience
RTOS could include commercial RTOS such as vxWorks, FreeRTOS
Or any home-brew RTOS.Proficiency in C/C++ programmingPreferred QualificationsExperience with SoC Pre-silicon development and bringUp workA real passion for embedded software developmentExperience with Multiple thread development in software and/or firmwareExperience with Video related development such as Camera capturing, Codec Firmware development and Software developmentiOS/MacOS kernel developmentSwift development experienceBS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experiencePay & BenefitsAt 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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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.
Our close-knit team cultivates an environment of product innovation, rapid product iteration and collaboration at both team and multi-functional levels with a liberating amount of autonomy.DescriptionIn this role you will implement, maintain, and pursue problems in our camera software stack including:
1
Develop and integrate the Machine learning algorithm implementation in both iOS/MacOS kernel and user space.
2
Develop low level device drivers for sophisticated image processing pipeline in embedded systems for the latest SoC blocks, chipsets in Apple.
3
Work with higher level software clients who are using camera, understanding their requirement, use case, limitation, then design, implement and test our camera software stack.
4
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.
5
Work on HW validation and provide software support to factory testing
You will also implement features to support hardware testing and diagnosis
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.Minimum QualificationsRTOS development experience
RTOS could include commercial RTOS such as vxWorks, FreeRTOS
Or any home-brew RTOS.Proficiency in C/C++ programmingPreferred QualificationsExperience with SoC Pre-silicon development and bringUp workA real passion for embedded software developmentExperience with Multiple thread development in software and/or firmwareExperience with Video related development such as Camera capturing, Codec Firmware development and Software developmentiOS/MacOS kernel developmentSwift development experienceBS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experiencePay & BenefitsAt 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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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.