Imaging System Architect

1 Month ago • 3 Years + • Research & Development • $162,000 PA - $408,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Imaging System Architect at Pico's VST/camera team will design and architect complex camera systems for AR/VR, focusing on low power and high image quality. Responsibilities include optical component design, sensor selection, mechanical integration, image quality optimization, implementing machine vision algorithms (image analysis, feature detection, scene understanding), and coordinating HW/SW teams. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or PhD in a related field, at least 3 years of experience in camera system development, strong understanding of ISP technology, and experience with Computer Vision and Machine Learning algorithms. Proficiency in Python, C/C++, and FPGA or GPU accelerated processing is essential.
Must have:
  • Design & architect complex camera systems
  • Lead image quality assessment & optimization
  • Implement machine vision algorithms
  • Coordinate HW/SW teams
  • ISP technology understanding
  • Computer Vision & ML experience
  • Python, C/C++, FPGA/GPU experience
Good to have:
  • SoC, AP, NPU architecture knowledge
  • Consumer electronics/automotive experience
  • Full camera system development lifecycle experience
  • Cross-functional project collaboration
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off (holidays, sick days, personal time)

Job Details

Responsibilities
About Team The VST/camera team focuses on finding low power, high image quality solutions for AR/VR camera systems, including developing CMOS sensors, novel optical/imaging sensors, ultra-compact camera module technologies, camera lens design, and algorithms. The team is vertically integrating HW/SW for system optimization, shaping the AI experience for the future. Responsibilities: Job responsibilities - Design and architect complex camera systems, including optical components, sensor selection, and mechanical integration - Lead image quality assessment and optimization to ensure systems meet or exceed performance metrics - Implement machine vision algorithms for image analysis, feature detection and scene understanding - Coordinate collaboration between hardware and software teams to ensure system-level goals are achieved - Evaluate and integrate emerging imaging technologies to maintain product competitiveness
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: - Master's or doctoral degree in optical engineering, electronic engineering, computational physics, computer science or related technology is preferred - At least 3 years of experience in camera system software and hardware development, including sensor technology, camera module integration, and system integration - Understand image signal processing (ISP) technology (including noise reduction, HDR processing, and color correction) and workflow - Possess practical experience in Computer Vision and Machine Learning algorithms, especially in real-time applications - Familiar with Computer Vision libraries such as OpenCV, TensorFlow, or PyTorch - Experience with Python, C/C++ programming, and FPGA or GPU accelerated processing - Exceptional problem-solving and systems thinking skills, combined with strong teamwork and communication abilities. Preferred Qualifications: - Familiar with SoC, AP, NPU and other chip hardware architectures, able to evaluate chip computing power and perform model adaptation optimization - Experience in imaging system development in consumer electronics, automotive, or industrial fields - Experience with the complete cycle of camera systems from concept to mass production - Rich experience in XFN, cross-disciplinary project cooperation, and implementation
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $162000 - $408000 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;

2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and

3. Exercising sound judgment.

About Pico

Founded in April 2015, Pico is a VR company committed to developing immersive and interactive VR experiences for people around the world. Pico also provides tailor-made solutions for our enterprise clients in the fields of education and healthcare.

Why Join ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

Reasonable Accommodation

ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at

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