ISP Firmware Engineer

Summary

Posted: Oct 30, 2024

Role Number:200576082

Apple’s Camera Firmware team is seeking an exceptional firmware engineer to help drive innovative technologies for Apple’s iconic products. As part of this dynamic team, you will work on core camera technologies, including Apple's custom Image Signal Processing (ISP) pipeline, hardware components, and machine learning techniques, all while contributing to the future of photography and videography. You’ll play a key role in shaping how Apple develops, tests, and manufactures its products. Our close-knit team fosters an environment of rapid product iteration, innovation, and collaboration across functional teams, offering you the autonomy to make a significant impact on our products.

Description

In this role, you will develop, maintain, and troubleshoot firmware for Apple’s camera systems. Your responsibilities will include: Developing Low-Level Device Drivers: Create drivers for advanced image processing pipelines in embedded systems, working with the latest SoC blocks and chipsets used in Apple products. Platform Validation and Development: Integrate and configure camera sensors and power management units for Apple products. Diagnosing and Troubleshooting Platform Issues: Identify and resolve performance and memory usage bottlenecks in embedded systems to ensure optimal functionality and stability. Designing and Implementing Camera Features: Build camera functionalities for embedded systems in Apple products, working cross-functionally to define features, communication protocols, and clear implementation specifications. Supporting Hardware Validation and Factory Testing: Contribute to hardware validation, offering firmware support during factory testing and implementing features to aid in hardware diagnostics and testing. This is a highly collaborative product development role, requiring close coordination with teams such as Silicon Design, QA, and Machine Learning. The fast-paced, dynamic environment is ideal for a proactive, self-driven individual.

Minimum Qualifications

BS and a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience
A real passion for embedded software development
Proficiency in C/C++
Proficiency in development of multi-thread software within embedded RTOS system

Preferred Qualifications

Deep expertise and hands-on experience with ARM-based SoCs.
Strong background in image and video signal processing, including ISP and machine learning algorithms.
Proven ability to optimize system performance and improve the efficiency of embedded systems.
Exceptional problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
Previous experience in camera systems or related fields is a plus.