At Apple, we don't just build products - we craft experiences that redefine what's possible. The Video Engineering team is behind the cutting-edge camera and imaging technologies that power millions of i Phones, i Pads, and Macs around the world. From capturing cinematic video to enabling breakthrough computational photography, we're shaping how people see and share their world. If you're passionate about building software that blends hardware innovation with algorithmic intelligence, we'd love to have you on our team.

Description

We're looking for an exceptional Camera Embedded Software Engineer to help drive the future of Apple's camera technologies. You'll design and optimize the firmware and software that enable advanced image signal processing (ISP), real-time performance optimization, and machine learning-based imaging features. Your work will directly influence the quality, efficiency, and creativity of every photo and video captured on Apple devices.

Who You Are:

-You thrive on solving complex technical challenges and turning ideas into elegant, efficient software.

-You're fluent in embedded C/C++, understand multi-threaded real-time systems, and are comfortable deep in the details of ARM-based So Cs.

-You take pride in writing clean, maintainable, high-performance code.

-You're curious, collaborative, and motivated by impact - every line of your code helps millions of users capture the world in new ways.","responsibilities":"Architect and implement next-generation camera firmware and embedded software powering Apple's imaging pipelines.

Develop and optimize ISP and ML algorithms for cutting-edge photo and video features.

Profile, debug, and improve performance, latency, and power efficiency across the entire camera stack.

Collaborate with world-class experts in hardware, algorithms, and system architecture to push the boundaries of imaging performance.

Contribute to architectural innovation, ensuring our designs scale efficiently across multiple product lines and generations.

Preferred Qualifications

Deep understanding of image and video signal processing.

Experience in camera systems, machine learning for imaging, or sensor data processing.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

5+ years of experience in embedded software development.

Proficiency in C/C++

Excellent analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 .

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.

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