Camera Optical Architecture Expert

Job Title: Camera Optical Architecture Expert
Location: Tampere, Finland
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent 

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of mobile imaging technology? Join a forward-looking industrial research team with a proven track record in both innovation and publication. Our camera designs are trusted and used by hundreds of millions of users worldwide. We offer an international, dynamic work environment with unparalleled opportunities for professional growth.

About the Role

As a Camera Optical Architecture Expert, you will take a leading role in researching, designing, and prototyping cutting-edge mobile phone camera hardware technologies. Your work will directly impact the development of industry-leading imaging solutions and contribute to our competitive edge in global markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the optical design of mobile phone imaging lenses and new imaging architectures
• Research and prototype novel camera hardware solutions with a focus on manufacturability and performance
• Establish collaborations with academic institutions to support long-term R&D roadmap planning
• Evaluate emerging optical technologies to solve complex hardware challenges
• Develop and verify optical design schemes, including system-level design and simulations
• Drive the development of a manufacturing-oriented optical design and simulation platform
• Lead patent strategy and intellectual property development related to camera lenses
• Analyze and provide insights into optical design, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Explore future research opportunities in optical camera hardware technologies

What We’re Looking For:

• In-depth expertise in camera optical design, including experience with innovations brought to mass production
• Proven track record in research and development, ideally including industry-academic collaborations

Qualifications:

• PhD or post-doctoral degree in Optics or a related field
• 10+ years of relevant work experience
• Proficiency in optical design tools such as Zemax, Code V, and LightTools

If you're ready to make a global impact and help shape the future of mobile imaging, we’d love to hear from you.