Umbra Software Oy
Technology
SeniorSystemDevelopmentEngineer,CameraArchitect,RingCameraTechnologyTeam
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“Senior System Development Engineer, Camera Architect, Ring Camera Technology Team at Umbra Software Oy. Skills: Camera architecture, System design, Image quality, Optics. Own end-to-end camera system design. Select sensors”
Industry & Context.
Solve complex technical problems; Analyze trade-offs; Data-driven decision making
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
MSc, BSc or equivalent, Deep understanding of camera systems, Experience with camera component selection, Working knowledge of optical design, Experience with vendor management, Analytical skills using Python or MATLAB, Understanding of manufacturing processes, Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems, Track record of leading technical projects
Nice to Have
Experience with optical design tools, Knowledge of image sensor technologies, Familiarity with ISP architectures, Experience with thermal analysis, Understanding of manufacturing processes, Experience working with offshore manufacturing, Knowledge of industry-standard test equipment, Track record of defining engineering standards, Experience mentoring engineers, Contributions to system level architectural improvements, Experience with AI-enhanced imaging
What You'll Do.
Own end-to-end camera system design
Design lens architecture
Integrate IR/visible illumination
Integrate ambient light sensing
Manage thermal management
Define key performance specifications
Drive component selection
Create IQ Architecture documents
Partner with firmware engineers
Collaborate with IQ teams
Work with hardware engineers
Engage with product management
Translate customer requirements
Assess impact on field of view
Assess impact on image quality
Develop alternative lens architecture
Review optical requirements
Discuss manufacturing tolerances
Discuss cost implications
Mentor junior engineer
Design characterization tests
Make data-driven decisions
Build architectural thinking capabilities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross functional teams; Firmware engineers; IQ teams; Hardware engineers; Product management; Industrial design team
Communication Scope
Technical specifications
Process & Methodology
Architectural initiatives, Decompose system level problems
Full Job Description
As a System Development Engineer for camera architecture you'll design complete camera solutions from sensor selection, optics, illumination and ISP integration that defines what Ring cameras image quality. You will be Camera Architect of the imaging systems that make neighborhood safer and protect millions of homes worldwide. Work is not just component selection, it's design of complex camera systems where optics, electronics, reliability, thermal management and image processing converge. You'll balance conflicting requirements from industrial design, cost, performance and manufacturability. You are at the center of Ring's imaging excellence surrounded by experts in optics, sensors, ISP, firmware and AI who can rapidly prototype and validate ideas. The role offers genuine technical leadership at our team. You'll own complex architectural initiatives, decompose system level problems for parallel execution, set engineering standards, and mentor others while staying hands-on with the most challenging technical problems. Key job responsibilities As a System Development Engineer focused on Camera Architecture, you'll operate as a technical lead driving both system design and execution. - Own end-to-end camera system design. - Sensor selection, lens architecture, IR/visible illumination, ambient light sensing, ISP integration and thermal management. - Define key performance specifications balancing image quality, cost, power, and manufacturability across diverse lighting conditions - Drive component selection through simulations, rigorous testing, vendor evaluation and data driven decision making - Create IQ Architecture documents that serve as master references for all imaging aspects of products - Partner with firmware engineers on ISP tuning, camera control algorithms and power optimization - Collaborate with IQ teams on tuning validation, test protocol development, and failure investigation - Work with hardware engineers on module integration, PCB design, environment
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