Embedded Firmware Engineer - Image Signal Processor (ISP)
Apple · Cupertino, CA · Hardware
About this role
Apple is hiring a mid-level Embedded Software Engineer in the software engineering function based in Cupertino, CA. The posting calls out experience with C, Machine Learning, Performance Optimization, Embedded Systems.
- Role
- Embedded Software Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- Cupertino, CA
- Department
- Hardware
- Posted
- Mar 20, 2026
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Job description
from Apple careersApple's ISP team is seeking an exceptional Embedded Firmware Engineer to drive pioneering camera technologies for Apple products. Y ou will work on core camera and ISP technologies, including Apple's custom image signal processing pipeline and hardware components. In this role, you will help define how Apple develops, tests, and manufactures its products. Our team fosters an environment of product innovation, rapid iteration, and collaboration across multiple functions while providing meaningful autonomy to deliver impactful work. This is a highly cross-functional product development role where you will partner closely with silicon design, silicon validation, and machine learning algorithm teams. The work spans the full product lifecycle from pre-silicon emulation through silicon bring-up and production. The environment is fast-paced and multifaceted, requiring initiative, technical curiosity , and comfort navigating ambiguity . h3 Minimum Qualifications /h3 BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field 3+ years of experience developing multi-threaded software within embedded RTOS environments Strong proficiency in C and C++ h3 Preferred Qualifications /h3 5+ years of embedded firmware development experience Experience with camera pipelines, image signal processors, or video processing systems Track record of bringing up firmware on new silicon or hardware platforms, Familiarity with pre-silicon…