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Research Engineer - Video Tone Mapping

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Cambridgefull-timePosted 3d ago

About the role

Apple's Camera Algorithm team researches and develops novel tone mapping and image processing algorithms for camera systems, with on-device implementation and collaboration with silicon teams to optimize for Apple hardware. The role focuses on crafting the creative look of videos captured with Apple cameras, prototyping in high-level software, and deploying across product lines (phones, portables, tablets) and modalities (video and still capture).

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.

Skills

Required:Image processing algorithmsPythonMATLAB
Nice to have:C/C++
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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