Hiring: Audio Engineer Company: Paradigm Nat'l Location: San Francisco Bay Area Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:56:43 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : MATLAB, Python, Systems Design, Systems Integration About the job Required Skills: •The engineer will contribute across the development lifecycle, from early prototyping and measurement through hardware bring-up, testing, manufacturing support, and cross-functional integration. •Assist with the design, development, and prototyping of audio subsystems for AR/VR products. •Support development and optimization of noise and vibration systems, including cooling and fan-related acoustic systems. •Conduct acoustic and audio-system evaluations using laboratory measurements, designed experiments (DOEs), and quantitative data analysis. •Analyze test results and communicate technical findings and recommendations to engineering and cross-functional teams. •Provide engineering support during product manufacturing and work with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and internal engineering organizations to resolve issues. •Partner with hardware and software teams to bring up development platforms for audio and acoustic testing. •Interface directly with development-stage hardware and software to establish appropriate test configurations and evaluate system performance. Qualifications: •Graduate degree required; M.S. in Acoustics preferred. Graduate-level degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering also considered. •Strong mathematical foundation with a solid understanding of physics. •In-depth knowledge of complete acoustic/audio signal paths and associated software and hardware signal paths. •Strong fundamentals in digital signal processing (DSP) and psychoacoustics. •Hands-on acoustic testing and measurement experience. •Programming experience using MATLAB and/or Python. •Strong critical-listening ability for evaluating audio quality and identifying performance differences. •Excellent technical communication skills, including the ability to communicate results to both technical and cross-functional audiences. •Self-directed and adaptable, with the ability to transition between technical areas and learn new technologies, methods, and tools. •Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities. Compensation: •$160,000 - $190,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!