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Camera Control Systems Calibration Engineer

GoogleSan Jose, CAL6 LeadSeptember 15th, 2026
Overview In this role, you design and analyze camera actuator control systems and work with cross-functional teams to define metrics that reflect user impact. You will evaluate FOMs, set meaningful specs, and collaborate with vendors to ensure robust testing and calibration. You’ll perform lab validation, develop new test equipment and algorithms, and build automated measurement frameworks in Python and C++ to accelerate calibration and validation. This position offers the chance to influence both production and new camera technologies within Google’s Devices & Services team, contributing to scalable, high-quality hardware experiences. Compensation / Benefitsbonus target of 15%equitybenefitsopportunities for growthcareer developmentdynamic, innovative work environment ResponsibilitiesDesign and analyze camera actuator control systems and assess how they meet user needsCollaborate cross-functionally to define relevant figures of merit and their user impactPropose specification limits considering assembly tolerance and metrology limitsEngage with vendors to understand capabilities and drive improvements, ensuring proper tests and calibrationsAnalyze factory data to identify anomalies and validate lab performanceConduct lab validation and troubleshoot actuator hardware quantitatively and qualitativelyDevelop new test equipment and algorithmsBuild automated measurement and data-analysis frameworks using Python and C++ to improve calibration and validation efficiency Key requirementsBachelor in Electrical Engineering2 years of experience with mechatronic system control design2 years of experience programming in Pythoncross-functional collaborationanalytical rigorproblem solvingadvanced actuator driving and sensing technologiesreal-time control implementations on embedded hardware (MCUs, FPGAs)C/C++ and Python software development