As a Camera Systems Engineer at Meta, you will be a Single Threaded Owner (STO) of the camera systems in Meta Reality Labs (RL) products, responsible for the end-to-end technical delivery of the camera modules and making sure the module is well integrated to the system, meeting system requirements. This role focuses on ensuring that technical specifications, requirements, and deliverables are met through close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including architecture, design, validation, process and systems engineering. The STO is accountable for the entire lifecycle of the module, from initial concept through to production, with a emphasis on aligning design and simulation with actual build data, ensuring the module/system is delivered to spec.
Camera System Engineer Responsibilities
- Technical leadership and ownership, serving as the primary point of contact for all technical aspects of the camera modules.
- Define detailed technical specifications and requirements for the camera modules, ensure that specifications are comprehensive, achievable, and aligned with the overall system architecture and project goals.
- Analyze data from actual builds to validate design and simulation accuracy, lead iterative design cycles based on data analysis to ensure continuous improvement and refinement of the camera module.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including architecture, sensor, mechanical, electrical, optical, validation, process, testing, quality, reliability, system hardware and software engineering, etc. to ensure that the camera modules integrate seamlessly into the overall system, resolve technical challenges, and drive project success.
- Identify, communicate, and resolve technical risks throughout the development process and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.
- Maintain detailed documentation of all technical decisions, design iterations, and testing results.
- Regularly report on progress, challenges/escalations, and successes to leadership and other stakeholders.
- Lead camera testing and validation efforts to confirm that the final product meets all technical and performance criteria.
- Up to 15% domestic and international travel required.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS degree in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience in camera module design, optical simulation, metrology, testing and lab work to verify imaging component, assembly and system level performance.
- Experience with high-volume consumer electronics manufacturing, partnering with offshore suppliers and contract manufacturers.
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- MS degree in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or a related technical discipline.
- Systems engineering experience.
- Imaging lens design and characterization experience.
- Image sensor design, characterization and tuning experience.
- Color science and image quality evaluation experience.
- ISP tuning experience.
- Camera module manufacturing processes and production testing.
- Depth sensing system design and manufacturing experience.
- Electrical circuit design and testing experience.
- Mechanical tolerance analysis experience.
- Image processing in Python or Matlab.
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About Meta
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
$139,000/year to $200,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
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Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations) in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, fill out the Accommodations request form .