Principal Audio Engineer

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Principal Audio Engineer | Cambridge
Join a pioneer in Cambridge developing mission-critical communication hardware.
This is a high-impact opportunity to lead the architectural vision for next-generation audio processing, ensuring life-saving voice clarity.
Responsibilities
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Act as the technical authority for audio software, defining long-term roadmaps
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Design and implement advanced processing technologies
* Collaborate with embedded software, hardware, and acoustics teams to integrate audio subsystems
* Research emerging DSP methods and ML-based audio processing.
Technical Requirements
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5+ years of professional experience in real-time embedded audio software or DSP algorithm development.
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Expert-level C/C++
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Deep knowledge of AGC, AEC, filtering, and VAD
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Proven ability to lead complex technical projects end-to-end
Advantageous Skills
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Experience with mission-critical standards
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Proficiency in MATLAB or Python
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Knowledge of ARM platforms & RTOS environments
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Understanding of microphone arrays, acoustic system behaviour, or modern ML-based audio enhancement.
Benefits & Compensation
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Fully catered & advanced R&D facility with purpose built chambers & rooms for advanced audio testing in-house
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Opportunity to develop technology that directly impacts public safety and global communication reliability.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo Security Clearance
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Location:
Cambridge
Salary:
£65,000 - £75,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Electronics

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