Simulation Engineer -- Camera Hardware

$143,100 - $264,200/Yr

Apple - Cupertino, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cupertino, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The role involves designing and developing innovative camera technologies for Apple products, focusing on creating exceptional photography experiences. The position is part of the Camera Technologies group, specifically within the Image Sciences team, which develops metrology, calibration, and simulation processes for machine-vision-driven and photographic experiences. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define hardware design specifications and performance metrics, contributing to the next generation of camera systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop GPU-based image simulation pipelines including models for optics, sensor, and ISP.
• Develop and maintain tools to generate large volumes of synthetic images on-demand.
• Characterize end-to-end (hardware and software) performance of features through simulation studies.
• Develop differentiable models for optics and sensors to train and optimize machine vision algorithms.
• Manage project deliverables and schedules to meet commitments to product development teams.

Requirements

• Strong programming background in C/C++
• Experience with at least one of the following GPU APIs: Cuda, OpenCL, Metal, Vulkan, OpenGL, DirectX
• Experience with rendering engines such as Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender, V-Ray, Mitsuba or similar
• Experience in image processing topics like NeRF, image-generative networks, computer vision, or related fields
• Knowledge in optics, imaging system design, lens design, computational imaging, or similar areas
• Familiarity with Halide, Python, Linux, continuous integration/deployment, Docker, CMake is a plus
• BS degree and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with rendering engines: Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender, V-Ray, Mitsuba or similar
• Experience in image processing: NeRF, image-generative networks, computer vision, or related topics
• Experience in optics: imaging system design, lens design, computational imaging, or similar
• Familiarity with Halide, Python, Linux, continuous integration/deployment, Docker, CMake

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Discounted products and free services
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition
• Opportunity to participate in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
• Relocation assistance