Research Engineer,Embedded Systems Job Pierre area,South Dakota USA,Engineering

Summary

Reality Labs (RL) is Meta’s innovation engine for next-generation AR/VR, AI, and wearable technologies. Our Audio team pioneers research and development at the intersection of sound, embedded systems, and human experience—enabling new ways for people to connect, communicate, and collaborate. We are seeking a Research Engineer with expertise in embedded digital signal processing (DSP) to join our Reality Labs Audio team.

You will contribute to an ambitious new project focused on AI wearables—advancing Meta’s Superhuman Communication & Connection initiative. This role is ideal for engineers interested in audio, embedded systems, and real-world impact. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work on breakthrough technologies that redefine how people connect and communicate, collaborate with world-class researchers and engineers in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, and shape the future of AI wearables and superhuman audio experiences.

Research

Engineer, Embedded Systems Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize DSP algorithms for audio processing on embedded platforms

Develop firmware and software for ear buds, hearables, and hearing aid devices

Collaborate with research scientists to translate experimental algorithms into robust, real-time embedded solutions

Integrate DSP modules with hardware and software stacks for wearable audio devices

Conduct performance analysis, debugging, and validation of embedded audio systems

Support prototyping and field testing of new features and product concepts

Work cross-functionally with hardware, software, ML, and UX teams to deliver end-to-end solutions

Document engineering processes and contribute to best practices for embedded audio development

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

2+ years of experience in embedded DSP development for audio applications

Proficiency in C/C++ and real-time embedded programming

Experience with audio signal processing algorithms (e.g., filtering, noise reduction, speech enhancement)

Familiarity with embedded hardware platforms and development tools

Demonstrated problem-solving and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with ear buds, hearables, or hearing aid devices

Background in AR/VR, wearable technology, or human-computer interaction

Knowledge of Bluetooth audio protocols and low-power embedded design

Experience with prototyping and testing audio hardware

Public Compensation

$154,000/year to $217,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Industry

Internet

Equal Opportunity

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff… We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

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