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Research Engineer - Video Tone Mapping

Apple· Hardware
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Cupertino, California, United States, San Diego, California, United States$184.7k - $324.8kFull-timePosted 6mo ago

About the role

Apple's Camera Algorithm team researches and develops novel tone mapping algorithms for videos captured with Apple cameras, with on-device implementation and field testing. The role spans concept to deployment, collaborating with silicon and hardware teams to deliver real-time image processing that affects final image and video quality across product lines.

Responsibilities

  • Prototype novel tone mapping algorithms in high level software languages such as Matlab or Python.
  • Implement, test and refine developed approaches in Apple products to meet image quality expectations and satisfy code execution time criteria.
  • Collaborate with hardware design teams on developing new image processing blocks improving image quality.
  • Influence the artistic look of Apple cameras across different product categories (phones, portables, tablets), and modalities (video and still capture, playback).
  • Define and develop feature proposals for different use cases targeting consumer and professional markets.

Qualifications

  • MS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.
  • Track record of developing image processing algorithms for example: auto white balance, tone mapping, auto exposure and high dynamic range capture.
  • Validated coding skills in Python or MATLAB.
  • Familiarity with a digital camera image processing pipeline and the Image Signal Processor (ISP).
  • Understanding of image quality metrics and subjective evaluations.
  • Proven knowledge of HDR encoding standards.
  • Prior experience with professional video content postproduction and color grading workflows.
  • Curiosity about vision science and/or color science.
  • Programming skills in C/C++.
  • Exposure to machine learning algorithms.
  • Passion for photography and videography.

Skills

Required:Tone mappingImage processingPythonMATLABImage quality assessmentHDR encoding
Nice to have:C/C++

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • retirement benefits
  • discounted products and free services
  • reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition
  • potential discretionary bonuses or commission payments
  • relocation assistance
  • employee stock programs (RSUs) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Last updated Sep 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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