Audio Architect - Sunnyvale - META

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    META Sunnyvale

    2 days ago

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    Job Summary

    The Wearables Audio Technology Team (WATT) is seeking an experienced Audio Architect to drive audio development for the next generation of Meta devices.

    About the Role

    We are looking for a meaningful depth in all aspects of audio system development for consumer electronics; from early proof-of-concept technologies, feature trade-offs at device level, product development and testing challenges, through to production readiness.

    Our work demands a data-driven development process, combining objective measurements with perceptual audio evaluation to guide trade-offs with a focus on customer experience.

    Main Responsibilities

    1. First stop for audio HW alignment and decisions, including relevant audio partners as required

    2. Drive audio needs across all levels, connecting WATT and cross-functional partners

    3. Own product level trade off decisions in collaboration with system/audio PM

    4. Assist development team with audio system context and technical challenges

    5. Balance diving into details with engaging domain expertise

    6. Own acoustic & audio system level hardware decision-making process during development

    7. Alignment and balance of capture, render, and thermal requirements with existing and SOTA audio algorithms.

    8. Ensure seamless co-development of audio sub-systems

    9. Collaborate closely with NTI, pulling technology advances to specific product intercept

    10. Ensure all audio HW targets are relevant, developed, consolidated, and validated

    11. Understand and communicate cost / risk / quality vs. customer benefit of device KPIs

    Requirements

    1. Bachelor's in Acoustics, Physics, EE, ME, or equivalent experience

    2. 10+ years of experience focused around system design, influencing cross-functional teams and leadership for the improvement of the system

    3. Proven track record of partnering effectively to guide complex engineering challenges

    4. Proven track record of taking projects from concept to production in a lead / architect role

    5. Experience in transducer design (speakers, microphone, MEM's, etc) and acoustic test development (lab, factory)

    6. Experience with microphone array development, trade-offs between HW performance and algorithm performance

    7. Demonstrated experience driving project decision making, influencing behaviors of project teams, and resolve conflicts

    8. Proven understanding of audio architecture, design, optimization, testing, FACA

    9. Knowledge of acoustic system development, utilizing tools such as: - Acoustic Simulation LEM/BEM/FEM (acoustic, magnetic, multiphysics) - MATLAB (design, testing, algorithm prototyping, etc) - Max MSP (algorithm and audio chain prototyping, demo's) - 3D modeling (Nx, SolidWorks, etc)

    Preferred Qualifications

    1. 10+ years of experience focused around audio system design in consumer electronics

    2. 5+ years demonstrated experience in a lead / architect capacity, with high quality examples of existing products

    3. Master's or PhD in Acoustics or Physics

    4. Experience with algorithm and audio chain prototyping

    5. Previous experience with people management, but a desire to be/return to highly technical contributions

    About Meta

    Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. 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. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.

    Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.

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