Camera Software (Intern)

This is a highly technical graduate/intern role in Apple’s Camera Software team, focused on camera engineering + machine learning + image processing.

Summary

Apple's Camera Software team in Cambridge is looking for graduate-level students interested in diving into the world of camera software and machine learning at Apple. As part of the team you will research and develop software, tooling and testing infrastructure to improve the image quality of Apple's cameras.

The Camera Software team in Cambridge works across the camera imaging stack, shipping impactful work to millions of our customers. The team works closely with many other teams, including camera hardware and software teams, algorithm designers and image quality experts, to deliver industry-leading consumer imaging devices.

The work environment fosters innovation, rapid iteration and awards independence and creativity in solving engineering problems

Description

As an intern you will be responsible for investigating how modern software development and machine learning can intersect with high-reliability software delivered to millions of devices. You will work with the team to identify a suitable project in the areas of image quality and the camera software framework, and then work to deliver a robust solution, possibly working towards practical implementation on future devices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong software development experience and interest, preferably Objective C, C++ or equivalents

• An understanding of the inner workings of a modern digital camera and the Image Signal Processor (ISP)

• Practical experience with machine learning and deep learning algorithms

• Working knowledge of Python and ML libraries (Tensorflow, Pytorch)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with imaging algorithms, for example: auto white balance, tone mapping, denoising, auto exposure and auto focus

• Strong problem solving and interpersonal skills

• Currently enrolled in a degree studying: Computer Science/Physics/Maths/Electronic Engineering or similar field and you will be returning to education after the internship concludes.

At Apple, we’re not all the same. And that’s our greatest strength. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we’ve experienced and how we think. Because to create products that serve everyone, we believe in including everyone. Therefore, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equally.

As a registered Disability Confident employer, we will work with applicants to make any reasonable accommodations. Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal backgrounds in a manner consistent with applicable law.