Automotive Audio Systems Engineer
Qualcomm · Posted Oct 22
Semiconductor, 5G wireless technology, mobile platform, and AI computing solutions
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About the role
Qualcomm's Audio Systems and R&D team is seeking an engineer specializing in the implementation of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) algorithms and Machine Learning (ML) models for next-generation in-vehicle audio experiences. The work targets Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms in embedded automotive environments, with an emphasis on robust, real-time performance. The role covers hands-on development, integration, evaluation, and optimization of advanced audio algorithms in collaboration with hardware, software, and systems teams.
What you will do
- Design, develop, and optimize DSP algorithms for automotive audio applications (e.g., noise reduction, echo cancellation, audio enhancement, Zonal Voice, etc.).
- Implement Machine Learning models and audio signal processing modules for deployment in embedded systems.
- Integrate audio algorithms into embedded platforms, ensuring that real-time performance and robustness requirements are met.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, systems) for algorithm integration and productization.
- Perform root cause analysis and debugging of audio system issues, proposing and implementing effective solutions.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in audio DSP, ML, and automotive compliance and standards, and contribute innovative ideas to the team.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Solid understanding of Audio Signal processing
- Strong programming experience in Embedded C, real-time DSP.
- Basic understanding of Python and ML.
- Proven experience with DSP algorithm design and implementation for audio applications.
- Hands-on experience working with ACQUA, Audio Precision, or similar audio analysis and measurement tools.
- Experience with implementing ML models and inference analysis for audio features
- Experience working in embedded and/or automotive environments is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in teams across functions and locations.
- Masters or PhD in Electronics and Communication, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science (with Signal Processing coursework or experience), or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Systems Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
Preferred qualifications
- Knowledge of automotive infotainment systems and their audio stack.
- Familiarity with noise reduction, echo cancellation, audio enhancement, Zonal Voice
- Familiarity with Qualcomm SDKs and tools.
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is a global leader in the development and commercialization of foundational technologies for the wireless industry, including mobile processors, 5G, and on-device artificial intelligence. The company designs and markets digital communications products, semiconductor solutions, and system software used globally across smartphones, automotive solutions, IoT devices, and computing systems. Through extensive R&D and intellectual property licensing, Qualcomm powers a highly interconnected and smarter world.
- Industry
- Semiconductors
- Company size
- 50000+ employees
- Founded
- 1985
- Location
- San Diego, California, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Funding
Public Company · $53M raised
- 2018-11-01Grant
Leadership
President and Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer
James H. Thompson
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Marketing Officer
Ann Chaplin
General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
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