Principal Architect, Camera ISP

Location: US, CA, Santa Clara

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

NVIDIA is an innovative technology company dedicated to advancing camera technologies. We are at the forefront of AI and computer vision innovation, enhancing the quality of visual data for a wide range of AI applications including autonomous vehicles, robots, and smart cities. We are seeking creative, dedicated, and highly motivated individuals to join our team in making a lasting impact on the world.
 

As Principal ISP Architect, you will have the opportunity to push the boundaries of camera imaging technologies for both human and machine vision systems. Join us to shape the next-generation camera imaging technology and enable a safe, smart, and fun future!
 

What you'll be doing:

• Lead the build and development of world-class ISP to meet the ambitious performance and quality standards of NVIDIA's autonomous driving and robotics applications

• Apply your expertise to drive continuous improvement and innovation in image processing algorithms and architectures including AI methods to achieve unprecedented image quality

• Engage with new camera application areas including Vision-Language-Action AI to understand needs and constraints, and discover opportunities to innovate ISP

• Develop ISP architecture specifications, functional models, and tests by working closely with other IP architects, hardware engineers, and software teams

• Represent new and existing NVIDIA ISP capabilities to internal groups, partners, and customers
   

What we need to see:

• A Master's degree or Ph.D. or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

• 12+ years of proven experience in ISP architecture and imaging science for automotive, robotics, surveillance, and consumer cameras

• Strong foundation in human- and machine-centric image quality assessment and algorithm complexity analysis

• Proficiency in C/C++, MATLAB, Python, DL framework (PyTorch, TensorFlow)

• Excellent communication skills for productive personal interactions as well as for effective documentation and presentation
   

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Background in image science covering optics, HDR image sensors, and color/tone management

• Hands-on experience in deploying AI-based ISP technologies in real-time camera systems

• Knowledge of industry standards and benchmarks for consumer, automotive, and medical imaging systems

• Track record in building a culture of imaging excellence based on first principles and attention to detail through mentorship, teaching, and personal examples
   

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world doing lifeworks for us. Do you love the challenge of crafting the smartest, fastest, and most efficient ISP solutions? If so, we want to hear from you!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 272,000 USD - 431,250 USD.Applications for this job will be accepted at least until March 10, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.