Apple · 2 months ago
Optical System Engineer
Cupertino, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$147K/yr - $272K/yr
3+ years expApple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. The Camera Hardware Engineering group is responsible for all research, design, development, test and qualification of camera hardware for Apple products, and they are looking for a Camera Optical Engineer to develop and support custom lens design and development.
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Responsibilities
Work on new lens designs, characterization and integration into CMOS imager sensor based camera modules
Complete analysis of the optical element's influence on the image quality characteristics of the camera module
Work with suppliers on prototype design and manufacturing
Troubleshoot issues with suppliers by defining proper metrology, requesting and analyzing the necessary data, and making a decision on the solution
Communicate your design decision to the cross-functional team
Drive your own schedule without a large overhead
Take design into production
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related field
Experience in lens design fundamentals
Preferred
Master's or PhD and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
Experience in the area of lens design metrology and integration
Experience in lens design tolerance and stray light analysis
Experience in lens characterization methodology and instrumentation
Proficiency using an optical software package (examples may include: ZEMAX, CODE V, FRED, LightTool, etc.)
Ability to perform comprehensive optical and image quality characterization of the lens and the camera module
Must be high energy multi-tasker resourceful problem solver ability to work within tight deadlines
Working knowledge of optomechanics is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
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