Camera Electrical Engineer - Camera Hardware

Posted: Apr 11, 2024

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200547050

Do you love taking on big challenges that require exceptionally creative solutions? Do you deeply understand how an incredible camera experience should work? As part of our Camera Technologies group, you’ll help design the innovative technology that allows each generation of Apple products to produce photos even more incredible than the last. You’ll design and develop groundbreaking ideas for everything involved in our camera systems, from sensor to lens. You’ll collaborate with teams across Apple to research, design, develop, test, and qualify camera hardware for Apple products. Together, we’ll craft a magical photography experience that redefines what millions of customers can expect from their cameras. The Camera Hardware Engineering group is responsible for the design, development, and innovation of camera hardware for all related Apple products. Our target is to deliver extraordinary hardware to enable outstanding camera user experience. We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate individual who can help us with tomorrow’s challenges!

Key Qualifications

Strong electrical engineering fundamentals including analog and digital design
Experience working with dynamic multi-functional teams
Excellent written, verbal and communication skills focused on teamwork and collaboration
Experience in several of the following areas:
High-speed digital design (MIPI, Displayport, HDMI, PCIE, etc)
Experience with Analog circuit design including low voltage power regulation
Fundamentals of signal and power integrity (PDN analysis)
Schematic capture and PCB design
Strong knowledge of layout strategies for Rigid PCB, Flex, and Rigid-Flex
Good understanding of material selection, Stack-up planning and noise suppression
Experience with EMI minimization, signal integrity
Design for manufacturing, testing and reliability (DFM, DFT, DFR)
Hands-on lab experience with hardware bring-up and debug
Integration of hardware into multi-functional systems (De-sense and CoEX)
Familiarity with the challenges of taking a product from design through to production

Description

Determine component level requirements, and develop schematic designs for innovative camera modules components containing image sensors, microcontrollers, low-noise power supplies, AF/OIS drivers, and high-speed serial interfaces Analyze circuit parasitics and tolerances to ensure correct operation over the specified voltage and temperature ranges Direct layout for PCB, Flex, and substrates Familiarity with challenges relating to power quality, high-speed signal integrity and control interface Author clear and comprehensive electrical test documentation for manufacturing partners to complete test and validation Collaborate with X-functional teams to simulate, test, and validate performance of all designs Develop electronic prototypes for new camera features and product concepts

Education & Experience

BS in Electrical Engineering or related field

Additional Requirements

Occasional travel may be required, but is not a critical component of this position.
High-volume consumer electronics system experience is preferred
Knowledge of CMOS image sensor, ISP or image processing is desirable
Statistical data analysis and visualization (ex. JMP) is a plus
Command line interface and scripting is a plus
Cadence Concept and Allegro or similar CAD tools experience is a plus

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $52.99 and $79.76/hr, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.