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Camera and Photos - Image Quality Engineer

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/1/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Image Quality & Qualification team at Apple is looking for an image quality lab automation engineer to enhance the testing and evaluation of the camera system. This role involves designing and conducting camera image quality investigations while developing custom automation solutions for the Camera Imaging lab. The engineer will collaborate with various cross-functional teams to influence the performance and image quality of Apple's iOS cameras. A strong understanding of image quality metrics and camera hardware is essential for success in this position.

Requirements

  • BS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Imaging Science, or a related field
  • Expertise in at least one programming language such as Bash, Python, MATLAB, Swift, or C++
  • Technical familiarity with imaging algorithms and pipelines
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Working knowledge of photography and camera terminology
  • Familiarity with ISO standard Image Quality Metrics

Responsibilities

  • Design custom lab tests for novel features, algorithms, or hardware solutions
  • Analyze results to influence major decisions across various Apple camera teams
  • Develop custom automation solutions for the Camera Imaging lab
  • Conduct and present analysis of Camera Image Quality investigations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional Camera teams to enhance image quality

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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Apple Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

1,065

FY2026

Approval rate

99.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

9,221

FY2026

Entry-level share

5.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+30%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-35%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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