Hardware Engineer – Image Acquisition Systems

Netflix Eyeline Labs
Location: Los Angeles, CA (Salary range applies to this location)

About Netflix Eyeline Labs

Netflix is a global leader in entertainment services, expanding beyond media distribution into cutting-edge content production. Within this ecosystem, Eyeline Labs serves as the research and innovation arm of Netflix Eyeline Studios, developing and deploying advanced technologies that transform how films are made.

Our mission is to tackle the challenges of tomorrow, making the seemingly impossible achievable, delivering photorealistic quality with exceptional speed and efficiency, while supporting creators in bringing their boldest creative visions to life.

We provide a foundation where you can be part of an innovative team of brilliant researchers, developers, and virtual storytellers.

Position Overview

We are seeking a talented and versatile Hardware Engineer to contribute to the research, development, and maintenance of our next-generation image acquisition systems using the latest image sensors and state-of-the-art camera technologies.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hardware engineering, hands-on experience building multi-camera rigs, and proficiency in software development to design, implement, and optimize integrated systems for virtual production environments.

Key Responsibilities

Multi-Camera Acquisition System Development

• Research, design, and develop multi-camera data acquisition systems.

• Work with modern image sensors and understand image sensor architectures and terminology.

• Design and develop multi-camera rigs for deployment with volumetric capture and Gaussian Splatting technologies.

• Work with camera synchronization technologies including:

  • TTL

  • GenLock

  • PTP

  • Timecode

• Utilize industry-standard communication protocols including:

  • LVDS

  • UART

  • SPI

  • I²C

  • CRC

• Write low-level embedded software in C for microcontroller development.

• Design and implement high-performance data transfer interfaces.

• Stay current with emerging hardware technologies and recommend improvements.

Software Development

• Design and develop camera control software using web technologies, Python, or C++.

• Build intuitive operator interfaces for camera rig control.

• Develop data transfer protocols, harvesting mechanisms, and data injection pipelines.

• Optimize throughput and turnaround time to maximize camera rig bandwidth.

• Design and develop monitoring systems that report camera rig status and support efficient troubleshooting.

System Integration, Maintenance & Support

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate image acquisition systems into virtual production stages.

• Provide technical support for camera rig operation and maintenance.

• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues in a timely manner.

• Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies to support evolving production needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven experience designing PCBs with CAD software (Altium preferred).

• Strong programming skills in Python and C++.

• Experience developing control systems for image acquisition and data harvesting applications.

• Deep understanding of camera technologies, including:

  • Rolling vs. global shutter

  • On-board vs. off-board data storage

  • Image compression techniques

• Experience with 3D printing and 3D modeling is a strong plus.

Compensation

$150,000 – $200,000 USD per year

This salary range applies to applicants for the Los Angeles, California position. Final compensation will depend on your qualifications, skills, experience, and work location.

About Eyeline

Eyeline is a global creative studio partnering with storytellers to turn ambitious ideas into stunning reality. By combining the time-honored craft of filmmaking with breakthrough technologies, we enable bold cinematic visions at scale.

Our work is built around three pillars:

• VFX

• Studios

• Labs

Together, they form the creative foundation that guides how we think, collaborate, and innovate.

At Eyeline, we believe technology exists to serve artistry. Our people are the driving force behind everything we create, deepening creative collaboration rather than replacing it. We build worlds with exceptional craft and precision, partnering closely with creators from concept through final pixel.

Netflix Investment

With Netflix's continued investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce, we're pushing the boundaries of visual effects and virtual production technology. Alongside our work for Netflix, we continue to collaborate with long-standing and new clients around the world.

Come As You Are

We're looking for people who are passionate about their craft and excited to take creative risks alongside us.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity and fair consideration for every applicant. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience.