Camera Module Characterization Engineer
The Camera Hardware Engineering group is responsible for all research, design, development, testing, and qualification of camera hardware for Apple products. We are seeking for an extraordinary individual to help us tackle tomorrow's challenges! You will collaborate with teams across Apple to explore, define, and drive the development of next-generation cameras.
Description
As a Camera Module Characterization Engineer, you will design laboratory experiments, develop metrology tools and platforms, and create image processing algorithms to evaluate camera actuator technologies and camera designs. You will take ownership of performance characterization, design validation, and failure analysis.","responsibilities":"Design and perform laboratory experiments in Apple labs to characterize camera prototype and product intent devices for design validation and failure analysis
Evaluate new actuator technologies, camera lens design, and sensor/EE/ME designs; thoroughly and rigorously characterize image quality, auto-focus and image stabilization performance.
Define and execute characterization and validation plans, develop quantitative metrics and analysis method to evaluate performance, develop new test equipment and procedures
Write clear and comprehensive characterization reports and present findings to cross-functional teams to enable data-driven decisions
Occasional international and domestic travel ( 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 .
Pay & Benefits
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 $139,500 and $258,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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