Sr. Staff Image Scientist - Santa Clara, California, United States

Originally posted 10 February 2026 by the employer.

Focus on digital camera ISP and computer vision algorithms using C/C++ and MATLAB.

About the role

The Sr. Staff Image Scientist researches and develops image processing, color processing, and computer vision techniques for digital camera systems. The role focuses on expanding ISP and computer vision solutions and assisting the hardware design team with algorithm implementation and validation.

What you'll do

- Research new image and color processing or computer vision techniques and technologies for digital camera systems. - Design and develop new algorithms for image and color processing or computer vision. - Expand ISP or CV solutions to improve functionality, quality, and performance. - Assist the hardware design team with algorithm implementation and validation. - Perform image quality tuning and measurement, and produce algorithm documentation.

What you'll need

- MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with 10+ years of experience. - Familiarity with camera ISP algorithms and pipelines or computer vision algorithms. - A solid working understanding of colorimetry and image sensing technology. - Strong C/C++ and MATLAB programming skills. - Demonstrated organizational, writing, and researching skills.

Nice to have

- Hands on experience with mobile cameras.

Skills: camera ISP algorithm, image sensing technology, C/C++, MATLAB, image pipeline