Sr. Imaging & Computer Vision Architect

Ambiq Micro, Inc.•Austin, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Ambiq is seeking a Senior Imaging & Computer Vision Architect to help define the future of camera, imaging, video, and AI capabilities across Ambiq's next-generation SoC platforms. As a key member of the architecture team, this role will drive the definition and development of advanced imaging and computer vision architectures optimized for ultra-low-power operation. The architect will collaborate across hardware, software, AI, applications, and product teams to transform concepts into market-leading solutions.

Requirements

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
8+ years of imaging, ISP, video, computer vision, AI accelerator, or related architecture experience
Proven experience creating architecture specifications for complex SoCs or hardware platforms
Expertise in one or more of the following: Image Signal Processing (ISP), Camera Systems, Computer Vision, Video Encode/Decode, Neural Network Acceleration, Embedded AI
Experience delivering products from concept through silicon validation
Strong understanding of low-power mobile, wearable, or IoT systems
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements.

Nice To Haves

MS or PhD
Advanced process node experience
Team leadership or technical leadership experience

Responsibilities

Define imaging, ISP, video, and computer vision architectures for future Ambiq products
Develop architecture specifications, power/performance models, system flows, and use-case definitions
Drive camera image quality and imaging pipeline strategy
Evaluate and integrate external and internal imaging, video, and AI IP
Partner with software teams to define APIs, hardware abstraction layers, and imaging frameworks
Collaborate with FPGA, design, verification, and physical design teams through implementation
Support customer engagements to understand requirements and align product capabilities with market needs
Contribute to product roadmaps and next-generation imaging technology strategy