Camera Module Design Lead at Apple

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Optomechanical Design, Hardware Engineering, Geometric Optics, Image Quality Evaluation, Failure Analysis, Root-Cause Analysis, Electronic Circuit Design, Signal Integrity, System Integration, Mass Production, Sensor Attachment, Active Alignment

Industry

Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. Do you love taking on big challenges that require exceptionally creative solutions? Do you deeply understand how an incredible camera experience should work? As part of our Camera Technologies group, you’ll help design the innovative technology that allows each generation of Apple products to produce photos even more incredible than the last. You’ll design and develop groundbreaking ideas for everything involved in our camera systems, from sensor to lens. You’ll collaborate with teams across Apple to research, design, develop, test, and qualify camera hardware for Apple products. Together, we’ll craft a magical photography experience that redefines what millions of customers can expect from their cameras. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish! DESCRIPTION The Camera Hardware Engineering group is responsible for all research, design, development, test, and qualification of camera hardware for Apple products. We are searching for extraordinary Hardware Engineers to take ownership in the development and system integration of very high-performance, compact camera modules and depth-sensing hardware such as the revolutionary 8x Telephoto camera with the 200mm optical zoom integrated into the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max! MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s in a relevant field (Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or equivalent) Experience in design or manufacturing or integration of optomechanical products Ability to travel internationally PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 3 years of industry experience Experience delivering products at scale from concept to mass production meeting yield, reliability, and efficiency targets Understanding of geometric optics and image quality evaluation including test charts, algorithms, lighting, image/depth sensor design, or characterization Knowledge of failure analysis techniques including optical microscopy, X-ray, CT scans, SEM, etc. Ability in root-cause and corrective-action analysis Understanding of compact module manufacturing processes such as sensor attachment, flex attachment, active alignment, etc. Understanding of geometric optics and image quality evaluation including test charts, algorithms, and lighting conditions Proficiency in electronic circuit and system design including power delivery, signal integrity, including modules coexistence Design and analysis of highly constrained, high-volume systems, including multiple optomechanical modules

Responsibilities

Lead the research, design, and development of high-performance camera modules and depth-sensing hardware for Apple products. Collaborate across teams to test and qualify hardware from sensor to lens to ensure a premium photography experience.