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Research Engineer - Embedded Systems

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Redmond, WA, USAMid Level
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Base Salary

$154k - $217k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and optimize DSP algorithms for audio processing on embedded platforms.
  • Develop firmware and software for earbuds, hearables, and hearing aid devices.
  • Translate experimental algorithms into robust, real-time embedded solutions with research scientists.
  • Integrate DSP modules with hardware and software stacks for wearable audio devices.
  • Conduct performance analysis, debugging, and validation of embedded audio systems.
  • Support prototyping and field testing of new features and product concepts.
  • Collaborate with hardware, software, ML, and UX teams on end-to-end solutions.
  • Document engineering processes and contribute to embedded audio development best practices.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, a relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • At least 2 years of experience in embedded DSP development for audio applications.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and real-time embedded programming.
  • Experience with audio signal processing algorithms such as filtering, noise reduction, and speech enhancement.
  • Familiarity with embedded hardware platforms and development tools.
  • Experience solving complex technical problems in cross-functional teams, demonstrated through shipped products or published findings.
  • Preferred qualifications include audio hardware prototyping and testing, AR/VR or wearable technology experience, human-computer interaction, Bluetooth audio protocols, low-power embedded design, and experience with earbuds, hearables, or hearing aids.

Benefits

  • Bonus, equity, and benefits are provided.

Tech Stack

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About Meta

10,000+ employees

Meta builds social platforms and communication apps—including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger—and develops AR/VR hardware and software such as Quest to power immersive computing. It monetizes primarily through advertising tools for businesses, with additional revenue from devices and services, and operates a massive global infrastructure. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Meta Platforms, Inc. is a public company traded on Nasdaq under the ticker META.

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