Camera Image Quality Engineer, up to Staff

Qualcomm

Company:

Qualcomm Semiconductor Limited

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Engineering

General Summary:

Responsibilities:

  • Image quality tuning and strategy optimization for camera ISP, including algorithm tuning on temporal noise reduction, sharpness, tone mapping, and contrast.
  • Perform preliminary end-to-end IQ verification and studies to enable faster response to next generation customer requirements.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and other departments, deliver well-substantiated evaluation reports and decisive conclusions with confidence.
  • Conduct lab and field testing (objective and subjective) to evaluate image quality, behavior, and performance.
  • 60%–80% workload for customer support; 20% onsite availability for business travel across APAC and China.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience.
  • PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in camera ISP tuning and image signal processing.
  • Basic understanding of 3A algorithms (Auto Exposure, Auto White Balance, Auto Focus).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with both objective and subjective image quality assessment methodologies.
  • Experience with Snapdragon ISP is a plus.
  • Background in image processing algorithms, image sensor characteristics, and optical system design.
  • Proficiency in C++, MATLAB, or Python.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good communication and understanding to translate customer request to technical language and solutions
  • Experience in AI/machine learning-based image algorithm development is also a plus.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.

OR

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Systems Engineering or related work experience.

OR

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

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