Audio Platform Engineer

At Sonos we want to create the ultimate listening experience for our customers and know that it starts by listening to each other. As part of the Sonos team, you’ll collaborate with people of all styles, skill sets, and backgrounds to realize our vision while fostering a community where everyone feels included and empowered to do the best work of their lives.At Sonos we pride ourselves in delivering world class sound experiences to our customers. We are growing our Audio Platform Engineering team to explore opportunities in a wide range of audio applications and deliver on an expanding product roadmap. The Audio Platform Engineering team develops complete audio systems made up of any number of loudspeakers working in concert to create specific sound experiences. Systems utilize all existing and newly developed Sonos devices in applications such as home theater, spatial audio, residential music, and commercial applications. From the lens of sound experiences, the team drives technology development, loudspeaker/array specifications, system DSP, acoustic requirements, and systems level tunings in concert with product development teams. The Audio Platform Engineer will work with numerous teams to accomplish the complex work streams such as: Audio Systems group (product design), Audio Technologies group (feature development), Advanced Technology group, Sound Experience team, and DSP Software teams.What You’ll NeedResearch shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. If you don’t have 100% of the skills listed, we strongly encourage you to apply if interested.Basic QualificationsA BS or MS in audio engineering, acoustics, electrical engineering, physics, mechanical engineering, or an equivalent disciplineDeep knowledge in audio system design, integration, commissioning, and tuningExperience and hands-on knowledge of complex audio system set-up and evaluation Demonstrated ability to develop audio system DSP including professional open architecture platforms (Q-sys, Soundweb, Sigma Studio,etc.) as well as more custom code based platformsExperience and knowledge of system acoustics including: loudspeaker/loudspeaker interaction, loudspeaker/room interaction, theoretical and practical room acoustics, and loudspeaker arraying design and executionA solid understanding of audio formats including consumer and commercial use of mono, stereo, spatial audio, and cinematic forms (includes but not limited to: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Sony 360, 7.1, 5.1). Decisive, action-oriented team player who learns quickly, drives innovation, and takes ownership of open issuesExperience with a variety of acoustic test equipment such as Smaart, EASERA, SysTune, CLIO, or similarExperience using simulation tools such as EASE, MatLab, COMSOL, etc. to model and predict audio system performanceExcellent critical listening skillsPersonal passion for sound experiences from all forms of media.We consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, which may cause compensation to vary depending on your skills, experience and qualifications.  This job is also eligible for discretionary bonuses as well as an opportunity to become a Sonos shareholder because all full time employees are eligible for stock grants.  The minimum base pay may be modified in the future based on changing market conditions. The starting minimum base pay for this role is: $142,000We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including open time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and other benefits subject to eligibility requirements. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.Your profile will be reviewed and you'll hear from us once we have an update. At Sonos we take the time to hire right and appreciate your patience.Notice to U.S. Job Applicants: Sonos is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.Follow the links to review the EEO is the Law poster and its supplement. The pay transparency policy is available here. Sonos is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to accommodations@sonos.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.