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Principal Engineer, ADAS Camera Systems – Perception Integration
General Motors. Define camera architectures and design principles covering optics, image sensors, image quality, processing, interfaces, calibration, diagnostics, environmental robustness, packaging, safety, cybersecurity, manufacturability, and cost .
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Define camera architectures and design principles covering optics, image sensors, image quality, processing, interfaces, calibration, diagnostics, environmental robustness, packaging, safety, cybersecurity, manufacturability, and cost
- Evaluate camera performance across perception systems, image quality, latency, field of view, dynamic range, synchronization, and operating conditions
- Shape camera sourcing, partner, and industrialization strategies, including production test, calibration, quality controls, cost, and field performance
- Govern technology roadmaps and lead advanced-development projects from feasibility through validated recommendations and transition to product development
- Coach Lead Design Responsible Engineers and technical specialists
- Build reusable standards, models, templates, and engineering methods
- Establish reusable camera architectures and design guidance across vehicle programs
- Define traceable camera and interface requirements aligned with perception, vehicle, safety, validation, and supplier needs
- Develop camera models and performance methods for early architecture decisions and risk reduction
- Strengthen technical-review discipline and accelerate issue closure
- Develop camera ownership, sourcing, and industrialization strategies
- Deliver advanced projects with reusable technical outcomes
- Balance near-term program execution with long-term technology and platform development
Requirements
What you’ll need- Master’s or Ph.D. degree in optics, electrical, computer, systems engineering, or a related discipline
- 15+ years of experience designing or leading automotive camera systems or related ADAS sensing products through production launch
- Deep knowledge of optics, image sensors, camera electronics, image quality, calibration, signal processing, and perception interfaces
- Experience translating system and perception needs into camera requirements and verification plans
- Experience with supplier engagement, manufacturing readiness, design-for-manufacturing, production test, calibration, PPAP, or field-performance feedback
- Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority
- Preferred: camera modeling, image-quality metrics, sensor characterization, ISP or post-processing, active alignment, or automated test systems
- Preferred: perception systems, driver monitoring, occupant monitoring, or related in-cabin sensing
- Preferred: camera platform roadmaps, reusable architectures, component strategies, and supplier technical relationships
- Preferred: global engineering leadership, mentoring, patents, or production innovations
- Selected candidate must be able to travel less than 25% for the role
- Applicants may be required to successfully complete role-related assessments and/or pre-employment screening, where applicable
Benefits
Comp & perks- Benefits and Total Rewards resources supporting well-being at work and at home
- Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities