Acoustics Signal Processing Engineer Job Den Haag area,Netherlands,Engineering

Acoustic Signal Processing Engineer

Location:

The Hague, Netherlands

Industry:

Autonomous Robotics / Underwater Sensing / Deep Tech

The Role:

We are looking for an Acoustic Signal Processing Engineer to design and implement advanced algorithms for underwater acoustic sensing, positioning, and communication systems.

This role focuses on taking signal processing concepts from theory through to real-time performance on embedded platforms. You will work directly with field data, experimental systems, and autonomous robotic platforms operating in complex underwater environments.

The work sits at the intersection of signal processing, sensing, and autonomy, with direct application to real-world marine and offshore systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement signal processing algorithms for underwater acoustic sensing, localisation, and communication
Design and validate real-time processing solutions for embedded and autonomous systems
Work with noisy, real-world sensor data from experimental and field deployments
Develop localisation and array processing methods for underwater environments
Build and maintain sensor fusion and estimation pipelines
Apply nonlinear filtering techniques (e.g., Kalman-based and alternatives) where appropriate
Analyze system performance using experimental data and iterate on algorithm design
Support integration of signal processing modules into broader autonomy systems
Take ownership of technical challenges from concept through to deployment

Requirements (your profile):

Strong background in signal processing (acoustics, RF, telecom, or similar domain)
Experience working with real sensor data and experimental systems
Knowledge of localisation techniques and/or array signal processing
Understanding of estimation and filtering methods (e.g., Kalman filtering or equivalents)
Strong programming ability (Python and/or C++ preferred)
Ability to translate theoretical models into robust, production-ready code
Comfortable working hands‑on with hardware, testing, and iterative development
Strong analytical mindset and ability to work independently

Preferred (Nice to have):

Experience in underwater acoustics, sonar, or hydroacoustic systems
Background in telecoms, modems, or communications signal processing
Exposure to robotics, autonomous systems, or embedded platforms
Experience with sensor fusion in complex or noisy environments
Familiarity with real-time or embedded signal processing
Interest in marine, offshore, or defence‑adjacent applications

What’s on

Offer:

High autonomy and ownership of complex technical problems
Opportunity to work on advanced autonomous sensing and robotics systems
Rapid iteration cycle between development, testing, and field deployment
Small, highly technical R&D environment with strong engineering focus
Real‑world impact through applied sensing and autonomy technologies
Competitive salary and 30 days holiday
Room to grow technically and shape your own areas of responsibility

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