About Fairphone
Fairphone is more than just a company - we are a global leader in sustainable, modular electronics, on a mission to change the electronics industry from the inside out. Built on strong social and environmental values, we are a diverse and inclusive team from all walks of life creating market consumer electronics that make a real impact.
At Fairphone, you will find a supportive and safe space where everyone can be themselves, collaborate openly, and have the freedom to learn and grow - because that’s how we innovate and drive change together!
So… are you a proactive, self-motivated team player who loves taking initiative and bringing positive energy? Do you thrive in a fast-moving start-up or scale-up environment? Are you a great communicator who values collaboration and embraces different perspectives? And most importantly, do you feel a strong connection to Fairphone’s mission and values? If you're nodding along and thinking, “Yes, that’s me!”, then check out our vacancy below!
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- Location: Based in Taipei with close collaboration with global teams (e.g., Europe HQ)
- Frequent interaction with ODM partners and suppliers across Asia
- Occasional travel to factories, suppliers, and development sites may be required
- Daily presence in Fairphone’s Taipei office (min. 2 days per week)
- Availability and flexibility to regularly attend online video calls (both planned and ad-hoc) with colleagues in the Amsterdam office between the hours of 15:00 and 18:00 (Taiwan, GMT+8); on call for urgencies until 20:00
- Availability to travel to Fairphone's Amsterdam headquarters (once every 4-6 months) as well as to vendors and trade fairs (as needed)
About your role
The Camera Engineering Manager leads the end-to-end development of smartphone camera systems, covering both hardware architecture and software/image processing domains.
This role is responsible for defining camera system strategy, driving technical execution, and ensuring seamless integration across optics, mechanics, electronics, and software. From early concept and design lock to validation and mass production, the role ensures delivery of a high-quality, differentiated camera experience aligned with product, timeline, and cost objectives.
The position works closely with cross-functional internal teams and external partners (ODM, module integrators, and suppliers), with strong ownership over decision-making, risk management, and image quality outcomes.
Key Responsibilities & Objectives
Key responsibilities:- Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team across optics, mechanical, electrical, system, and software/tuning domains
- Take full ownership from concept definition, design lock, EVT/DVT/PVT to mass production
- Convert product and user requirements into clear technical specifications, plans, and deliverables
- Evaluate and benchmark 3rd-party imaging SDKs (e.g., Night Mode, HDR, Bokeh) and provide technical recommendations based on the trade-offs between image quality, power consumption, and processing latency for product alignment
- Act as the central interface across Product, PMO, Engineering, and ODM, ensuring alignment and timely decisions
- Define structured workflows, milestone tracking, and proactive risk identification and mitigation
- Lead architecture decisions covering sensor, lens, actuator, and module integration within system constraints
- Define ERS (Engineering Requirement Specification), validation plans, reliability strategy, and ensure robust calibration for mass production
- Oversee ISP tuning, 3A performance, and ensure alignment between hardware capabilities and software outcomes
- Manage key suppliers and ODM partners to ensure design feasibility, manufacturability, and quality delivery
- Balance image quality, system constraints, cost, and supply chain risks, providing clear technical recommendations
Key objectives:- Deliver a competitive and differentiated smartphone camera experience (image quality + features)
- Ensure successful execution of camera development across EVT / DVT / PVT to mass production
- Establish clear camera system architecture and technical roadmap aligned with product strategy
- Achieve stable mass production quality (yield, calibration consistency, field performance)
- Balance performance, cost, power, thermal, and mechanical constraints in camera design
- Build strong collaboration with ODM and key component suppliers
Your Skills & Experience
Must-have
- Strong experience in smartphone camera system development (hardware + software integration)
- Deep understanding of ISP pipeline and image quality tuning (3A, NR, CCM, etc.)
- Familiarity with DXOMARK testing protocols and its objective lab evaluation tools
- Experience with Android camera framework (Camera HAL3)
- Proven experience working with ODM and camera module suppliers
- Strong cross-functional leadership and project management skills
- Ability to drive technical decisions under ambiguity and constraints
Nice-to-have
- Experience with Qualcomm or similar mobile platforms
- Knowledge of computational photography / AI imaging algorithms
- Experience with multi-camera systems and advanced features (HDR fusion, depth, video stabilization)
- Familiarity with factory calibration and mass production processes
- Experience in sustainability-driven product design (e.g., repairability considerations)
What Fairphone can offer you?
- The opportunity to create an impact on the electronics industry around the world.
- A diverse work environment full of international, passionate, warm-hearted team members.
- Competitive salary aligned with market standards.
- Statutory paid annual leave, public holidays, and rest days in accordance with the PRC labour law.
- Social benefits & contributions made by both employer and employee as required under Chinese law.
- Professional development opportunities for training, skill development, and career advancement.
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