Software Engineer, Camera Driver

At Meta, we're building cutting-edge camera systems and algorithms that enable high-quality media capture and AI features. We're a team of world-class experts developing and shipping innovative hardware, software, and content that push the boundaries of what's possible in AR, VR, and MR products. As a Camera Engineer or Software Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to help design and develop camera pipelines, program ISPs, and create innovative ML-based 3A algorithm modules that bring intelligence to the camera for superior robustness and accuracy. You'll be part of a team that's working to deliver data-driven system level optimizations that directly impact our products, including driving the technology roadmap and software and hardware configuration. Join us and be at the forefront of change and innovation in camera technology!Software Engineer, Camera Driver Responsibilities

Collaborate in a team environment across multiple scientific and engineering disciplines, making the architectural tradeoffs required to rapidly deliver software solutions

Create clean readable code, debug complex problems, prioritize ruthlessly and get things done with a high level of efficiency

Develop camera pipelines and program ISP and relevant subsystems for optimized camera experiences

Develop audio software for a variety of consumer products and devices

Design and develop system-level software for camera and imaging systems for Meta products

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience

5+ years software development experience in industry settings or PhD with 2+ years of experience

3+ years relevant camera software engineering experience in industry settings

C or C++ experience, including use of C++11/14/17 features

Demonstrated experience working across disciplines to drive optimal solutions

Experience working on camera stack on iOS, Android or other mobile platforms

Experience with Camx

Experience including system software such as Image Signal Processing (ISPs), sensors, and other Imaging Pipeline Hardware components, and Camera Firmware for Camera focused Microcontroller Units (MCUs)

Experience with camera APIs and understanding of Video and Image Capture pipeline for embedded devices

Experience working on camera hardware, including sensors, lens, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), or computer vision processing units

Understanding of Video and Image Capture pipeline for embedded devices

Experience with any of: auto exposure and auto white balance algorithms, software control of Image Signal Processors, image sensor drivers, and Mobile Industry Processor Interface (MIPI)/Camera Serial Interface (CSI) protocol

Minimum QualificationsPreferred Qualifications For those who live in or expect to work from California if hired for this position, please click here for additional information. 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.
$70.67/hour to $208,000/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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