Pixel Development Engineer

Summary

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 Semiconductor Devices 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.

Description

Evaluating sophisticated pixel technology from global image sensor vendors.
Collaborating with global image sensor suppliers to develop new image sensors for different applications.
Working with internal and external teams to assure that sufficient and correct testing is implemented at all stages to guarantee performance.
Documenting and presenting your results to both internal and external engineering teams.
Multi-functional collaboration to develop next generation camera products and features.

Minimum Qualifications

BS in Electrical engineering, Computer engineering, physics, or similar field
Experience in image sensor pixel and sensor development, sensor characterization, sensor bring up and debug, or wafer level testing.
Familiar with image sensor technology, image sensor performance metrics, image sensor usage, and integration into camera systems.
Be aware of general industry trends and technical challenges.
Hands-on experience with silicon bring-up, sensor characterization and issue debug. Ability to innovate and build new and unique solutions.
Experience with data analysis tools (JMP, MATLAB, Excel, etc).

Preferred Qualifications

Master or Ph.D. degree in the relevant fields.
Knowledgeable in all aspects of sensor usage that you can efficiently work with and support the camera team.
Written and verbal communication skills and proven teamwork and leadership skills!

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, California, United States

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 $150,400 and $225,300, 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.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.