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How much do photo developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for photo developer in the United States is $76,515.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,500.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Photo Developer job?

A Photo Developer is responsible for processing and developing film or digital images, ensuring high-quality prints or digital files. They work with various photographic equipment, chemicals, and software to enhance and produce images according to customer or professional standards. Duties may include adjusting color balance, retouching imperfections, and maintaining processing equipment. This role requires attention to detail, technical skills, and a strong understanding of photographic techniques.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Photo Developer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Photo Developer, you need keen attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a basic understanding of photographic processes, usually supported by a high school diploma or equivalent qualification. Familiarity with digital photo editing software, photo processing machines, and color calibration tools is highly valuable, and some employers may offer on-the-job technical training. Excellent customer service skills, effective communication, and the ability to work efficiently under time constraints are important soft skills in this field. These abilities help ensure accurate, high-quality photo production, customer satisfaction, and smooth workflow in busy retail or lab settings.

What does a typical day look like for a Photo Developer?

A typical day for a Photo Developer involves receiving and processing photographic orders, operating photo printing equipment, and using software to adjust image quality as needed. You’ll regularly interact with customers to clarify their requirements and resolve questions about print options and services. The role also includes maintaining equipment, organizing completed orders, and troubleshooting minor technical issues that arise. Collaboration with other team members or departments—such as customer service or retail staff—keeps operations running smoothly. This hands-on work environment is suited to individuals who enjoy a mix of technical tasks and face-to-face customer interactions.
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Photo Equipment Engineer - Spinner

Photo Equipment Engineer - Spinner

Samsung Electronics

Austin, TX • On-site

$70.48K - $179.09K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Samsung Electronics rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

104th of 139 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor
Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor will boost the production of semiconductor solutions that will power next-generation technologies in areas like 5G, artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC). With greater manufacturing capacity, we will be able to better serve the needs of our customers and contribute to the stability of the global semiconductor supply chain.
The Photolithography department focuses on delivering solutions by developing 24x7x365 teams of elite, fab-oriented, excursion-free, safety and quality minded members. As part of the Photo Equipment Engineering team, you will work together to support one another and our customers regardless of organizational boundaries.
The Spinner Equipment Engineer will be actively transferring next generation technology including Spinner and auxiliary equipment installation, qualification and recipe transfer.

Role and Responsibilities

Here's what you'll be responsible for:

  • Performing Spinner and auxiliary equipment installation, including hardware and product qualification.
  • Creating next generation technology node transfer including recipes, SOPs, BKMs.
  • Attending and contributing in daily tactical meetings with vendors and internal teams about photolithography equipment; and attending weekly meetings with vendors and internal teams including strategic cross-functional meetings regarding equipment metrics and contribute to department and sites improvement plans.
  • Coordinating Samsung internal, external and multiple vendor resources to provide optimum manufacturing support on assigned equipment.
  • Investigating, troubleshooting and providing technical solutions to equipment related defect, quality and yield problems.
  • Analyzing and reporting tool performance data, including availability, mean time to repair, mean time between failures, particle and defect trends, maintenance success, and similar metrics for assigned equipment.
  • Providing weekend coverage as needed (~ 12 weeks a year). You will be responsible for multiple tools on the weekend larger than your normal scope and required to make tactical decisions based on your assessment of the daily operations environment in order to successfully achieve KPI.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

  • 4 years of college in related field
  • 5+ years of semiconductor Photo or Cleans equipment ownership
  • In-depth experience on one or more of the following types of semiconductor equipment: SEMES, TEL, Screen.
  • Understanding of semiconductor wafer processing fundamentals and photolithography.
  • Familiarity with SPC, FMEA, FDC, yield analysis and other standard engineering and manufacturing practices.
  • Ability to travel internationally as needed

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 - $179,090. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting

  • Onsite cafe(s) and workout facilities

  • Paid maternity and paternity leave

  • Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays

  • Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

Trade Secrets Notice
By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung-or encourage Samsung to use-any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

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