Acoustic Research Engineer

Acoustic Research Engineer (Hardware Engineer II) : 65189-1

Location: US - WA - Redmond

Duration: 12+ months 

We are looking for a contract acoustic research engineer to conduct acoustic measurements, acoustic data processing, and auditory perception experiments, and develop relevant methods and tools leveraging scientific coding skills and expertise in audio signal processing, audio hardware systems, machine learning, and acoustics.

Responsibilities:

• Develop systems, user interfaces, and protocols for acoustic and behavioral data acquisition and processing using Python, MATLAB, and MaxMSP.
• Analyze and improve the performance of data acquisition systems for audio perception
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary researchers to integrate data acquisition algorithms into platforms.
• Perform acoustic data collection involving complex capture systems, prototype devices, and human subjects in controlled laboratory environments.
• Write technical reports describing research results and methodologies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree in a relevant technical field with 3+ years of industry experience in audio technology development, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years’ experience in designing and performing audio acoustic experiments in controlled laboratory settings.
• 3+ years of programming experience in Python, MATLAB, or MaxMSP for audio applications
• Strong understanding and experience in audio signal processing

Must-Have Skills: 
1.Audio Signal Processing Expertise – Strong understanding and hands-on experience in processing and analyzing audio signals.
2.Acoustic Experimentation – Proven experience designing and conducting audio/acoustic experiments in controlled lab environments.
3.Scientific Programming – 3+ years of experience with Python, MATLAB, or MaxMSP for audio applications.

Nice-to-have Skills: 
1.Experience with audio hardware systems
2.Acoustic concepts and acoustic measurements
3.Signal Processing and Audio hardware systems

Years of Experience:
3 – 5 years of experience and flexible
 

Degrees/Certifications Required:
Master’s degree in a relevant technical field with 3+ years of industry experience in audio technology development, or equivalent combination of education and experience