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.At Sonos we consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, which may lead  individual compensation to vary depending on job related qualifications, skills, and experience.  All full time employees are eligible for merit increases, discretionary bonuses, and equity.  Our job postings may span more than one career level and the base pay range may be modified in the future based on changing market conditions. The starting base pay for this role for all US candidates is between: $142,000 and $173,800Please note that compensation details listed in US job postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.We also offer a comprehensive benefits program with choice and flexibility in mind to help support the health, wealth, and overall well-being of our employees. Regular full time employees in the US are eligible for benefits on day one, including:Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceA 401(k) plan with company matching and immediate vestingAn Open Time Off policy (OTO) so you have maximum opportunity to disconnect and recharge, with no tenure-based vacation accruals required80 hours of sick time upon hire, refreshed annuallyUp to 12 paid holidays per calendar year12 weeks of paid Bonding Leave following the birth or adoption of a new child, plus up to an additional 12 weeks of Medical Leave for birthing parents under our Short Term Disability policyCompany-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D InsuranceVoluntary benefits, including Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Pet Insurance Mental health benefits to support your holistic well-beingA generous employee discount program & paid streaming music services on the Sonos platformFor a holistic overview of our benefits, please visit sonosbenefits.com. 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. 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.