Camera Perception Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA • Full Time

Meta

AR/VR

Hardware

As a Camera Engineer, you will be integral to the end-to-end image quality of RL Wearable products. This can involve driving enhancements through cutting-edge camera technology development, optimizing and tuning camera imaging pipelines, and conducting thorough image quality evaluations. You will be working on the cutting edge of wearable camera products, revolutionizing how we use cameras to perceive the world and capture memories. This role demands a "golden eye" with a clear sense for desired camera product outcomes, a "technologist" aware of the necessary technologies to achieve those outcomes, and a "problem solver" possessing engineering acumen to analyze and debug issues.

Camera Perception Engineer Responsibilities

Develop and refine image processing pipelines for camera systems

Lead perceptual and objective image quality studies to guide product and technology development

Innovate and implement algorithmic solutions to enhance camera product image quality

Create and improve tools, metrics, and workflows for the camera tuning process

Coordinate and communicate image quality deliverables to cross-functional teams

Contribute to and review the comprehensive camera system design

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Image Processing, Color Science or a related field

6+ years of experience in supporting Camera and Imaging development

Understanding of image processing techniques, ISP blocks, and mainstream computational photography or AI-based algorithms for mobile camera products

Proven track record to enhance product development processes through technology and tooling improvements

Experience in designing experimental methods and extracting data to answer complex questions

Demonstrated experience working effectively with a broad range of colleagues and partners, to drive impact

Preferred Qualifications

MS or PhD in Image Processing, Color Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

In-depth experience in Image Quality metrics

Extensive knowledge of image processing techniques, ISP blocks, and mainstream computational photography or AI-based algorithms for mobile camera products

Familiarity with human perception and statistical analysis, or relevant research experience

Proven track record to collaborate effectively across functions

Interest in photography and camera image quality

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$139,000/year to $200,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

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