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Image Quality Validation Engineer - Camera Hardware

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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Job description

The Camera Image Quality Validation Engineer will be part of the Camera Architecture team at Apple, focusing on designing innovative camera technology for Apple products. This role involves evaluating, benchmarking, and characterizing camera products to ensure exceptional image quality. The engineer will collaborate with various teams across Apple to drive the development of next-generation camera solutions. A strong understanding of image quality metrics and hands-on experience in optical labs are essential for success in this position.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optics, Color Science, or equivalent.
  • Experience with Matlab and/or Python programming skills.
  • Experience working in an optical lab.
  • Experience with bench or tester automation of data acquisition.
  • Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Optics, Color Science, or equivalent with 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Deep understanding of image quality metrics and evaluation methodology.
  • Experience with deep learning for image segmentation, object recognition, and abnormal detection.
  • Familiarity with camera components and functions.
  • Experience with camera ISP pipeline and 3A.
  • Experience with megapixel CMOS image sensor technology, lens selection, and qualification.
  • Experience with objective camera bench testing and subjective image quality analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and benchmark Apple camera products for image quality.
  • Characterize camera performance through rigorous testing.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and drive camera technology development.
  • Utilize programming skills to automate data acquisition processes.
  • Apply deep learning techniques for image analysis and quality assessment.

Benefits

  • 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.

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