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Apple Inc.

Camera Image Processing Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$150K - $277K/yr

As an Image Processing Engineer, you will help to take raw data off our camera sensors, and clean up the image, giving our industrial design teams more freedom when designing our hardware, confident ...

Apple

Camera Image Processing Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$150K - $277K/yr

As an Image Processing Engineer, you will help to take raw data off our camera sensors, and clean up the image, giving our industrial design teams more freedom when designing our hardware, confident ...

Apple Inc.

$150K - $277K/yr

As an Image Processing Engineer, you will help to take raw data off our camera sensors, and clean up the image, giving our industrial design teams more freedom when designing our hardware, confident ...

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As a Principal FPGA Image Pipeline Engineer supporting Research & Development of Alcon's Surgical ... Translating image processing algorithm from C/Matlab to FPGA fabric in HLS. * Continuously ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal engineer image processing in the United States is $150,082.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $130,000.00 and $169,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Principal Engineer Image Processing vs Senior Image Processing Engineer?

AspectPrincipal Engineer Image ProcessingSenior Image Processing Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; extensive experienceBachelor's/Master's in similar fields; 5+ years of experience
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles, project oversight, cross-team collaborationTechnical focus, implementation, and optimization
Industry UsageUsed in advanced R&D, product development, and strategic planningCommon in development teams, product enhancement, and testing

The Principal Engineer Image Processing typically holds a senior leadership role with strategic responsibilities, overseeing projects and guiding teams. In contrast, the Senior Image Processing Engineer focuses more on technical execution and implementation. Both roles require strong technical skills, but the principal position involves broader oversight and decision-making within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Principal Engineer Image Processing job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $150,082 per year, or $72.2 per hour.

Senior Firmware Engineer - Image Processing

West Greenwich, RI • On-site

Brightstar Lottery
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$74K - $164K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design, develop, debug, and maintain firmware for lottery products using C, C++, and machine language.

  • Architect and implement image processing algorithms including OMR, OCR, and multi-spectrum imaging.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system integration and deployment of firmware and image processing solutions.

Job description

Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.brightstarlottery.com.
Overview
Brightstar Lottery is seeking a highly experienced Firmware Engineer with deep expertise in image processing to join our Retail Channel Engineering team. This role is critical to the development and optimization of cutting-edge firmware solutions that power our lottery products. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in C/C++ development, advanced image processing techniques, and a passion for innovation in AI and machine learning.
This is a hybrid role located in West Greenwich, RI. Applicants must reside within a commutable distance of the office.
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, debug, and maintain firmware using machine language, assembly, and high-level languages (C, C++) for Brightstar Lottery products.
  • Architect and implement image processing algorithms including OMR, OCR, and multi-spectrum imaging (White Light, UV, IR).
  • Enhance image and video quality through mathematical and computational techniques.
  • Apply AI/ML methods to improve image recognition and processing capabilities.
  • Prepare and annotate large-scale image datasets for model training and evaluation.
  • Train, validate, and deploy deep learning models using TensorFlow, PyTorch, and OpenCV.
  • Conduct performance analysis and optimize models for accuracy, latency, and resource efficiency.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with software, hardware, and data science teams to ensure seamless system integration and deployment.
  • Stay abreast of emerging trends and research in computer vision, image processing, and AI.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
  • 8+ years of experience in C/C++ software development, including design and documentation.
  • Strong foundation in computer science, mathematics, and physics.
  • Proficiency in Linux OS, including system-level programming, kernel development, and device drivers.
  • Deep understanding of image processing techniques and algorithm development.
  • Experience with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and libraries (OpenCV).
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure is a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments.

Success Profile
• Leading Complexity
• Leading People
• Leading the Business
• Leading Self
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At Brightstar, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $74,961 - $164,800. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.
Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses. In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.
Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.
All Brightstar employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.

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