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GPU Image Processing Framework Software Engineer Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services iPhone is the most popular camera in the world, and at the heart of the image quality and ...

InterImage currently has a need for an Image Processing SME Experience Required: Experience ... The individual will likely hold a Masters Degree or even a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics ...

Sr. Image Processing Engineer

Newton, MA · Remote

$107K - $146K/yr

The Senior Image Processing Engineer works at a high level with the entire life cycle of data classification algorithms and image processing, specifically for medical imaging, including analyzing ...

WI · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

You will collaborate closely with researchers, software engineers, system engineers, business ... Develop and maintain image processing processors/workflows that transform raw satellite ...

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How much do principal engineer image processing jobs pay per year?

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.

GPU Image Processing Framework Software Engineer

Cupertino, CA • On-site

Socket.dev
Network Security • 1 - 10 employees

$150 - $200/hr

Other

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

DESCRIPTION

iPhone is the most popular camera in the world, and at the heart of the image quality and effects that have made it so sits Core Image, Apple’s industry-leading GPU-centric image processing framework. Join us and help drive phenomenal and groundbreaking imaging capabilities across iOS and macOS, powering leading mobile and desktop technologies from iPhone's Portrait Mode and Stage Light to the Mac's iMovie, Photos, Pixelmator, and top third-party image editing applications, collaborating with teams across the company and beyond, and directly impacting the millions of photos captured across the Apple ecosystem every day. Imagine what you could do here with your abilities and expertise.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Proficiency in GPU programming. Proficiency in C/C++ Programming. Experience or coursework in performance programming and systems programming; concurrency and memory-constrained programming knowledge is a plus. Experience or coursework in image processing programming. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline, or equivalent experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with UNIX/Linux highly desired; experience with OS X/Darwin a major plus. Familiarity with raw image processing, demosaicking, and common image manipulation is a plus. Familiarity with color spaces, pixel representations, and dynamic range is desired.

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