Optical Engineer

**Description**

Design new lenses, characterize and integrate into CMOS imager sensor-based camera modules.

Complete analysis of the optical element's influence on the image quality characteristics of the camera module. Work closely with lens supplier for prototype design, evaluation and MTF testing.

Drive the development of advanced metrology methods.

**Preferred Qualifications**

Graduate degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Manufacturing, or equivalent work experience

Working knowledge of thin film physics and fabrication. Track record of imaging-related innovations. Working knowledge of optomechanics multi-tasker, resourceful problem solver and takes initiative

Apple is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.

**Minimum Qualifications**

You will have extensive years experience in the area of lens design, metrology and integration.

Experience in lens design, tolerance analysis

You have done stray light analysis

You will know lens characterization methodology and instrumentation

Proficiency with ZEMAX, CODE V, FRED, LightTool, etc.

Ability to perform comprehensive optical and image quality characterization of the lens and the camera module

Support metrology methodology for camera lens testing and develop appropriate test charts and methods for camera evaluation

Interface with the assembly and packaging groups to support integration of camera lens into module

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