The Camera Optical Engineer will be part of the Camera Hardware Engineering group at Apple, focusing on the research, design, development, testing, and qualification of camera hardware. This role involves developing and supporting custom lens design and development for Apple products. The team values diversity and collaboration, believing that collective ideas lead to innovative solutions. The engineer will contribute to creating high-quality camera systems that enhance user experiences.

• Bachelor's degree in Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a related field.
• Experience in lens design fundamentals.
• Master's or PhD with a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in lens design metrology and integration.
• Experience in lens design tolerance and stray light analysis.
• Experience in lens characterization methodology and instrumentation.
• Proficiency using an optical software package such as ZEMAX, CODE V, FRED, or LightTool.
• Ability to perform comprehensive optical and image quality characterization of the lens and camera module.
• High energy, multi-tasker, and resourceful problem solver with the ability to work within tight deadlines.
• Working knowledge of optomechanics is a plus.

• Develop and support custom lens design and development for camera hardware.
• Conduct research and testing to ensure the quality and performance of camera systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate lens designs into Apple products.
• Perform optical and image quality characterization of lenses and camera modules.
• Analyze lens design tolerance and stray light to optimize performance.
• Utilize optical software packages for lens design and analysis.

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.