Optical Camera Engineer

Job Description

We are building the next generation of robotic systems that transform how millions of customer orders are fulfilled every day. We are seeking a Camera Systems Engineer to design, evaluate, and integrate advanced imaging solutions that enable high-fidelity robotic perception at scale. This position focuses on integrating and tuning off-the-shelf camera systems (RGB, monochrome, stereo, and depth) into robotics platforms. You will be responsible for camera performance evaluation, calibration, and system-level optimization to ensure robust perception in real-world environments.

Responsibilities

• Select, evaluate, and integrate commercial camera modules (RGB, mono, stereo, depth) into robotic perception systems.
• Develop and automate methods for camera performance characterization (noise, distortion, MTF, SNR, color accuracy, dynamic range).
• Perform camera calibration (intrinsic/extrinsic, stereo, multi-camera setups).
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and software teams to optimize image signal processing (ISP) pipelines for robotic applications.
• Define system requirements, create test plans, and conduct experiments at system and subsystem levels.
• Work with suppliers and internal customers to qualify and validate camera solutions for high-volume deployment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Optics, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in camera systems engineering, from concept to production.
• Direct, hands-on experience with 2D imaging systems (RGB, mono, stereo, or depth cameras).
• Proven ability to tune and characterize camera systems, including ISP tuning, calibration, and performance analysis.
• Knowledge of camera performance metrics (MTF, distortion, noise, color, dynamic range, rolling/global shutter).
• Familiarity with Zemax simulation tool, applied to camera system analysis or similar technology.

Additional Skills

• Experience with camera calibration frameworks (OpenCV, MATLAB, custom pipelines).
• Hands-on experience with image quality evaluation tools (Imatest or similar).
• Strong experience in sensor characterization methodologies and test automation.
• Experience working with suppliers of camera modules and imaging sensors.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Work Environment

Play a critical role in the vision systems that power one of the largest robotics deployments in the world. See your work move from prototype to scaled deployment in real-world applications. Collaborate with a diverse team of engineers passionate about robotics, imaging, and innovation. Grow your career while shaping the future of robotic technology.