Verkada · 1 week ago
Software Engineer - Image Processing
San Mateo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$130K/yr - $280K/yr
3+ years expVerkada is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform. They are seeking a software engineer passionate about camera image processing to develop and optimize imaging pipeline components, ensuring best-in-class image and video quality.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Enterprise SoftwareInternet of ThingsPhysical SecuritySmart Building
Responsibilities
Develop image processing algorithms across the camera pipeline (e.g., auto-exposure, white balance, tone mapping) using C++ and Python
Design scalable software solutions to support image quality (IQ) tuning, evaluation, and automation
Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and computer vision teams to integrate and validate image and video quality end-to-end
Build robust testing infrastructure and evaluation protocols to ensure consistent IQ performance across camera models and lighting conditions
Analyze image and video quality metrics, conduct lab and field testing, and apply data-driven insights to continuously enhance the visual experience
Qualification
Required
BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Vision, or a related field
3+ years of software development experience, with a strong foundation in systems programming
Proficiency in C++
Strong problem-solving skills and a proven ability to learn quickly and work independently
Excellent communication and documentation skills; comfortable collaborating across cross-functional teams
Must be willing and able to work onsite five days per week
Preferred
Working knowledge of optics, image sensors, ISP algorithms, and tuning parameters
Experience evaluating image quality characteristics such as Auto Exposure (AE), Auto Focus (AF), and Auto White Balance (AWB)
Familiarity with photography lab equipment and hands-on experience operating camera systems in a lab environment
Background in developing on-device software for IoT systems
Prior involvement in ISP tuning for production camera systems
Ability to assess image quality both objectively and subjectively—evaluating noise, sharpness, color accuracy, and overall visual performance
Benefits
Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans
Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage
Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options
Expanded mental health support
Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time
Professional development stipend
Fertility Stipend
Wellness/fitness benefits
Healthy lunches provided daily
Commuter benefits
Company
Verkada
A leader in cloud physical security, Verkada protects people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$814.3MKey Investors
CapitalGGeneral CatalystAlkeon Capital
2025-12-03Series Unknown· $20M
2025-09-01Debt Financing· $150M
2025-02-19Series E· $200M
Leadership Team
Filip Kaliszan
Founder & CEO
Benjamin Bercovitz
Co-founder
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