Embedded ISP Engineer

Apple Inc

San Diego, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ARM (Advanced RISC Machine), Algorithms, Apple, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Chipset, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Computer Firmware, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Hardware Administration, Hardware Components, Hardware Quality Assurance, Identify Issues, Image Processing, Internet Service Providers, Machine Learning, Memory Hardware, Multithreaded Programming, Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Photography, Power Management, Problem Solving Skills, Product Development, Product Management, Quality Assurance, Realtime Operating System, Signal Processing, Software Development, System-on-a-Chip (SoC), Team Player, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Validation Testing, Video Processing, Video Production
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Apple's Camera Firmware team is seeking an outstanding firmware engineer to help drive innovative technologies for Apple's iconic products! As part of this dynamic team, you will work on core camera technologies, including Apples custom Image Signal Processing (ISP) pipeline, hardware components, and machine learning techniques, all while contributing to the future of photography and videography. You'll play a key role in crafting how Apple develops, tests, and manufactures its products. Our close-knit team champions an environment of rapid product iteration, innovation, and collaboration across functional teams, offering you autonomy to make a significant impact on our products. In this role, you will develop, maintain, and troubleshoot firmware for Apple's camera systems. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing Low-Level Device Drivers: Build drivers for advanced image processing pipelines in embedded systems, working with the latest SoC blocks and chipsets used in Apple products.
  • Platform Validation and Development: Integrate and configure camera sensors and power management units for Apple products.
  • Diagnosing and Troubleshooting Platform Issues: Identify and resolve performance and memory usage bottlenecks in embedded systems to ensure efficient functionality and stability.
  • Designing and Implementing Camera Features: Build camera functionalities for embedded systems in Apple products, working multi-functionally to define features, communication protocols, and clear implementation specifications.
  • Supporting Hardware Validation and Factory Testing: Contribute to hardware validation, offering firmware support during factory testing and implementing features to aid in hardware diagnostics and testing.

This is a highly collaborative product development role, requiring close coordination with teams such as Silicon Design, QA, and Machine Learning. The fast-paced, dynamic environment is ideal for a proactive, determined individual.BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience Hands-on experience in embedded software development Proficiency in C/C++ Proficiency in development of multi-thread software within embedded RTOS systemDeep expertise and hands-on experience with ARM-based SoCs. Strong background in image and video signal processing, including ISP and machine learning algorithms. Proven ability to optimize system performance and improve the efficiency of embedded systems. Exceptional problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail. Previous experience in camera systems or related fields is a plus.

About the Company

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Apple Inc

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About Apple

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COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
1976
WEBSITE
https://www.apple.com/jobs