Simulation Engineer -- Camera Hardware

$175,800 - $312,200/Yr

Apple - Sunnyvale, CA

Full-time - Senior

Sunnyvale, 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 works on metrology, calibration, and simulation processes to enhance machine-vision-driven and photographic experiences. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define hardware specifications and performance metrics, contributing to the development of next-generation imaging 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.
• Knowledge in image processing, NeRF, image-generative networks, computer vision, or related topics.
• Experience in optics, imaging system design, lens design, computational imaging, or similar.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience 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
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
• Relocation assistance