Camera Embedded Software Engineer

Apple

San Diego, USonsite$142k-$263k/yrPosted Jan 5, 2026
Posting intelligenceMay be filled, listed long agoReposted 3×, possible evergreen/ghost posting

Skills

c++

About the role

Apple's ISP team is looking for an extraordinary Embedded Software Engineer to drive pioneering technologies for Apple products. As part of the team you will work on core camera and ISP technologies, including Apple crafted Image Signal Processing Pipeline and hardware components, where you will have the chance to define the way that Apple develops, tests and manufactures all of its products. Our close-knit team cultivates an environment of product innovation, rapid product iteration and collaboration at both team and multi-functional levels with a liberating amount of autonomy.

Description

This is a highly multi-functional product development role and you will work closely with various teams such as the Silicon Design/QA team and the machine learning algorithm team. The environment is multifaceted, fast-paced and requires a self-starter demeanor.","responsibilities":"Develop low level device drivers for sophisticated image processing pipeline in embedded systems for the latest SoC blocks, chipsets in Apple.

Work with high level software clients who are using camera, understanding their requirement, use case, limitation, then design, implement and test our camera software stack.

Design and implement camera features in embedded systems for Apple products. You will work with other teams to define features and communication protocols and detail the requirements clearly with implementation specifications.

Optimize and improve system performance in term of power, usage, latency, jitter, etc.

Work on HW validation and provide software support to factory testing. You will also implement features to support hardware testing and diagnosis.

Preferred Qualifications

A passion for embedded software development

Familiarity with camera pipeline and video processing

Familiarity with SoC and H/W layer knowledge such as bring up, hardware driver and firmware development

Familiarity with memory management and optimization, performance tuning in embedded system

Minimum Qualifications

BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields

3 years working experience in embedded software development

Proficiency in C/C++

Proficiency in the development of multi-thread software within embedded RTOS system

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 $142,300 and $263,300, 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 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.

Compensation

This Software Engineer role pays $142k-$263k/yr. Within typical range for software engineer roles in United States.

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