← All roles

Camera Embedded Software Engineer

Apple· Hardware
Apply on company site
Cupertino, CA$150.4k - $277.6kFull-timePosted 1w ago

About the role

Role at Apple’s Video Engineering team focusing on real-time embedded systems, silicon design, and computational imaging to power camera technology across Apple devices. Involves architecture and implementation of camera firmware, ISP/ML algorithm optimization, performance/power profiling, and cross-functional collaboration with silicon, algorithms, and systems teams.

Responsibilities

  • Own the architecture and implementation of next-generation camera firmware — from early prototyping through mass production.
  • Develop and optimize ISP and ML algorithms powering Apple's most advanced photo and video features.
  • Profile, debug, and drive improvements in performance, latency, and power efficiency across the full camera stack.
  • Partner directly with silicon, algorithms, and systems teams to co-design hardware-software interfaces that unlock new imaging capabilities.
  • Drive architectural decisions that scale across Apple's entire device portfolio — your designs ship in hundreds of millions of devices.
  • Contribute to a culture of technical excellence through design reviews, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

  • BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ with a strong emphasis on performance, memory safety, and code quality.
  • Experience developing and debugging on ARM-based SoCs or DSPs.
  • Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal environments.
  • Excellent analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
  • 6+ years of experience in embedded software development.
  • Deep understanding of image and video signal processing, including ISP tuning pipelines or camera HAL development.
  • Experience with camera systems, machine learning for imaging, or sensor data processing.
  • Exposure to multi-camera systems or computational photography features such as HDR, Night Mode, or depth sensing.
  • Interest in or experience with AI-assisted development tools and workflows.

Skills

Required:C/C++ARM-based SoCs or DSPsRTOS or bare-metalEmbedded software

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Discounted products and free services
  • Educational expense reimbursement (tuition)
  • Discretionary bonuses or commission payments (where eligible)
  • Relocation assistance (where eligible)
  • Apple shareholder opportunities via stock programs
  • Employee stock purchase plan (discounted stock)
Last updated Oct 16, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Apple

Discover the innovative world of Apple and shop everything iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and Apple TV, plus explore accessories, entertainment, and expert device support.

Discover the innovative world of Apple and shop everything iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and Apple TV, plus explore accessories, entertainment, and expert device support.

AirPods Max 2Apple ArcadeApple CardApple Fitness+Apple MusicApple TVApple TV+Apple Watch Series 11
Company profileWebsite

More open roles at Apple