Principal Perception Hardware Engineer

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About the role

  • Principal Hardware Engineer leading camera-based sensing system design at Inspiren. Overseeing projects, collaborating with teams, driving innovation in imaging technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the end-to-end development of camera systems, from sensor selection and optical design to ISP tuning and mass production release.
  • Work closely with computer vision scientists, ML engineers, mechanical engineers, and product managers to ensure hardware output is perfectly tuned for perception algorithms.
  • Stay current with industry trends in computational photography and 3D sensing.
  • Conduct design reviews and both design and process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA).
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
  • Architect characterization setups to evaluate MTF, color accuracy, and SNR.
  • Troubleshoot complex imaging issues and implement effective solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field (PhD preferred).
  • 15+ years of experience in camera hardware development or imaging systems (Principal level seniority).
  • Deep expertise in lens specification, stray light analysis, and the physics of CMOS image sensors (CIS).
  • Mastery of the Image Signal Processing pipeline, including auto-exposure, white balance, and noise reduction tuning for machine vision.
  • Proven ability to specify hardware requirements based on the needs of downstream Computer Vision and Machine Learning models.
  • Proficiency in tools like Zemax, Imatest, or MATLAB for optical modeling and image quality benchmarking.
  • Hands-on experience with flex circuit design for cameras, MIPI CSI interfaces, and active alignment manufacturing processes.
  • Understanding of hardware constraints impacting real-time perception at the edge.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible PTO
  • Equity opportunities

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$200,000 - $240,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

RemoteNorth America

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