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Senior Software Development Engineer - Cameras


The Position

Do you have what it takes to design a camera stack that unlocks your phone with large- scale security at a pocket-sized price?

Metalenz is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer help develop our cutting-edge camera software stack. In this role, you will be an integral part of the software development team developing PolarID for running on mobile SoCs (eg Snapdragon).

At Metalenz, innovation meets impact. With our revolutionary metasurface technology, we’re redefining what’s possible in imaging. Be a part of the team that’s shaping the next generation of camera systems.

What you'll do

  • Become a technical expert on components of the Metalenz camera software stack.

  • Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure timely product delivery that meets or exceeds the customers’ needs.

  • Develop camera-centric applications, image processing algorithms, and low-level drivers within the Android Camera Framework.

  • Optimize software by leveraging the SoC’s camera architecture (e.g., Qualcomm CHI/CamX), image accelerators, and processing alternatives (CPU, GPU, DSP, etc.).

  • Collaborate with optics, hardware, machine learning, and product teams to optimize system cost, latency, power consumption, and performance.

What you'll need

  • BS (MS preferred) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant academic field.

  • 4+ years developing real-time C/C++ software, ideally running under Android or Linux.

  • Have assisted in the development of simple and well-documented APIs to ease inter-company SW integrations.

  • Comfortable with modern CI/CD pipelines and remote, log-based debugging.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 4+ years working with image sensors and image processing pipelines.

  • Solid understanding of optics, camera hardware, and image processing pipelines.

  • Have shipped embedded software products to tens of thousands of satisfied customers.

About Us

Metalenz, a Boston based venture backed startup built on foundational research from Harvard University, develops next-generation imaging and sensing solutions for high volume consumer electronics markets using patented low-cost metasurface technology, advanced image processing, and novel machine learning algorithms. The Company’s latest product, Polar ID, is a groundbreaking polarizing camera that leverages the unique characteristics of metasurfaces to enable secure and affordable face unlock for all smartphones.

We are a fast-growing, dynamic company with a vibrant startup culture. Our deeply technical and creative team is dedicated to developing groundbreaking technologies that bring new ways of seeing and sensing to billions of people. We foster a workplace that values autonomy, encourages innovation, and supports career growth, giving you the opportunity to take ownership of impactful projects and grow with us.

What we Offer

  • Competitive salary, 401k with company contribution, pre-IPO stock options.

  • Based in downtown Boston near TD Garden, Metalenz is conveniently located across the street from North Station.

  • Competitive benefits package including company paid health, dental, vision, life, LTD/ADD.

  • Company contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Collaborative office space, flexible work schedule with hybrid and/or work-from-home arrangements for qualified positions.

  • Complimentary snacks and drinks, and occasionally lunch on-site.

  • Free gym and bike parking on-site.

  • Fun, energizing, highly collaborative environment in which each team member has the opportunity to make an impact.

Metalenz is an equal-opportunity employer. The Company is committed to providing an open and inclusive environment for all its employees. The Company prohibits any discrimination based on gender, gender identity, pregnancy, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, criminal record, genetic information, or any other category protected by law.

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Metalenz develops optical elements that exploit structured Huygens' surfaces (metamaterial structures) for controlling wavefronts, polarization, and other properties of light. It provides ultra-thin planar optics for high-resolution full-color ima...

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