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Camera Image & Video Quality Engineer

Cupertino,California,United States

Software and Services

The iPhone is the most popular camera globally for a reason, and we're looking for talented individuals to make it even better. Our team seeks someone with a true passion for photography and videography, aiming to ship amazing product experiences to millions of people. The Image Quality Qualification team is searching for a candidate with strong skills in photography, videography, or image science and a passion for learning more. Apple's camera solution is complex, but we will provide the additional skills you need to succeed. You will play a key role in driving photo and video image quality, shaping the future of Apple's cameras.

Description

We are looking for a teammate dedicated to understanding, building, and enabling innovative camera features. You will contribute directly to various camera technologies, such as Portrait mode, new video features, and new photo capture methodologies. Your role will involve active participation in quality evaluations for new features and algorithms through experimental studies in the lab and in the field. You will provide direct feedback to the engineering teams. You'll be a critical part of a fast-paced, collaborative team that thrives in a high-energy environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Art, and Film.

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Practical experience in capturing, displaying, analyzing, and editing photos using tools like Lightroom, Apple Photos, and Photoshop.

• Strong understanding of how to test image quality characteristics in the field.

• Familiarity with the history of image development and the ability to form opinions on future aesthetic trends.

• Excellent sense of photography, videography, and cinematography on both technical and artistic levels, with an understanding of what makes a good photograph or video.

• Knowledge of conventional camera pipelines and operations, including sharpening, denoising, HDR and image fusion concepts, compression, and video coding.

• Experience with camera lab equipment and operating camera systems in a lab environment.

• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and cross-functional teams.

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

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 $132,300 and $241,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

• Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)

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