Imaging Hardware Engineer, Pixel Camera

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of experience with working in an image sensor, camera technology, or Image Signal Processor (ISP) environment.
• 2 years of experience in designing and testing camera hardware systems with image capture and analysis.
• 2 years of experience using MATLAB, Python, JMP for creating test scripts for data analysis/visualization and process automation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with electrical engineering lab bench equipment (e.g., oscilloscope, power supply, signal generator, Vector Network Analyzers (VNA), TDR).
• Knowledge of electronic components, power supplies, high-speed signaling.
• Knowledge of I2C/I3C, SPI, MIPI C-PHY, D-PHY, and CSI-2 protocols.

About The Job

In this role, you will contribute to ensure the quality and the ramp of camera systems and applications for consumer hardware. You will work with hardware and software teams to provide camera technology, and bring Google's imaging innovation to the world. You will drive the research and development of new hardware-centric imaging technologies, specifically relating to sensor selection and validation.The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.

Responsibilities

• Work on characterization and validation of image sensors at the camera module and system level.
• Execute experimental validation for the camera system and perform data analysis.
• Work on image analysis and simulation by processing code in Matlab or Python.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in camera modules, optics, calibration, and Image Signal Processor (ISP) to evaluate to resolve issues.
• Prototype new features for software bring-up and technology demonstration.