Imaging Systems Architect, Android XR Ecosystem

Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google’s direct-to-consumer products. You’ll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide.

• Architect the complete camera sub-system, including image sensors, lenses, Image Signal Processor (ISP), end-to-end pixel data path and related hardware and software interfaces in collaboration with key cross functional stakeholders.
• Define and document system-level and component-level requirements (e.g., creating specifications for performance, power consumption, thermal constraints), and features to support various use cases like photography, videography, multi-modal AI and computer vision.
• Manage the architecture and requirements for the ISP, covering aspects like pipeline features, image quality, throughput, and power efficiency.
• Collaborate on the selection of image sensors and other key components, tradeoff analysis and influencing technology roadmaps.
• Investigate new camera technologies, algorithms, and architectures to drive innovation in future products.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6 years of experience in camera or ISP system architecture.
• Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP).
• Experience in XR (AR/VR), mobile, or wearables ecosystems.
• Experience in image processing, denoising, computer architecture, GenAI, event cameras, and super resolution techniques.
• Knowledge of image sensors, emerging technologies in computer vision, computational photography and AI on the edge.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and manage consensus across engineering teams (e.g., Core Tech, Platform Software, Hardware NTI).

• 401k matching
• Health insurance
• Flight privileges
• Equity
• Bonus opportunities

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.