Audio Systems Engineer

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Owl Labs is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Audio Systems Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing advanced audio signal processing algorithms for our cutting‑edge communications and conferencing products.

• Design and implement state-of-the-art audio hardware for teleconferencing applications.
• Develop and optimize both microphones and speaker assemblies that integrate into our product portfolio.
• Characterize and tune both speaker and microphone elements with various DSP systems (Smart Amp, SoC,....)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate audio processing solutions into our product ecosystem
• Conduct research on emerging audio technologies and recommend innovative solutions to improve product performance
• Analyze and troubleshoot complex audio-related issues in existing products

• Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Audio Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Masters preferred)

• 5+ years of experience in Audio HW and audio signal processing, preferably in the conferencing, communications, and/or pro audio industry
• Strong expertise in microphone and speaker transducers, particularly those applicable to voice and audio
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, C/C++ programming and optimization for embedded systems
• Experience with audio coding standards and wireless audio technologies

• Experience with real-time audio processing and low-latency systems
• Familiarity with audio codecs, internet audio protocols, and relevant industry standards
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex mathematical concepts into efficient, production-ready hardware
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Passion for creating high-quality, innovative audio solutions
• Adaptability to rapidly changing technology landscapes
• Strong communication abilities, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Experience with audio testing and measurement tools is a bonus

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Unlimited PTO
• Generous Parental Leave
• Work From Home Stipend
• Commuter Benefit
• Flexible Work
• Paid Holidays

Salary Range: $120,000—$150,000 USD

Owl Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to our values of embracing inclusivity and creating a culture where everyone feels respected and connected, no matter the location of their work environment. We invite applications from people of all walks of life and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need accommodations due to a disability, please let us know.

Owl Labs is a collaborative tech company, creating an equalized meeting and learning experience for all, wherever participants may be. Powering hybrid teams and remote work is in our DNA. Owl Labs has been a leader when it comes to celebrating and connecting hybrid teams and classrooms -- meaning both in‑office and remote workers, in‑room students and at‑home learning. We're best known for the Meeting Owl product line, a smart 360 camera, mic, speaker all‑in‑one solution.

Sitting in the center of the table, the Meeting Owl uses vision and voice recognition to shift the camera to focus on who's speaking, giving all participants a feeling as if they're in the same room. With the continued rise of hybrid teams and remote workers, our products allow for better collaboration and productivity no matter your location.

Our award‑winning product, the Meeting Owl Pro, was named one of TIME magazine's 100 Best Inventions of 2020 and has been recognized by CES Innovation Awards 2020, Red Dot Design Awards 2020, SXSW Innovation Awards 2020. Our team was recognized as an Inc. Best Workplaces 2020 and 2021 and named on the esteemed Inc.'s Editor's List.