This position requires the development of optimized audio codecs and audio processing applications for Tensilica's configurable embedded HiFi series of processors.
● Developing and Optimizing performance of audio processing firmware using C level changes using C instrinsics.
● Updating the audio firmware for features, interfaces and new processor configurations.
● Documenting the implementation for engineering details and for customers.
● Interacting with internal customer engineering team & partners and resolving different Audio issues.
Required Skills
• The candidate should have a good experience in developing and optimizing DSP applications in C and assembly language for a DSP or DSP-like processor, and should have a good grasp of the issues surrounding software performance tuning.
• The candidate should have experience applying principles of good software and interface design and should have experience with at least one version control system.
• Good technical communication skills are required.
• Candidate must be self-motivated and capable of working independently or as part of a team. Experience with embedded hardware and knowledge of computer system architecture is desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of audio/speech processing and standards (e.g., MPEG, Dolby, DTS, G.7xx, etc.) is essential.
• 5+ years relevant work experience in DSP in audio and speech signal processing.
• Educational qualification: BE/BS in CS or EE is required, MTech/MS is preferred.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of relevant experience in DSP, audio, and speech signal processing
- Experience developing and optimizing DSP applications in C and assembly language
- Experience with software performance tuning
- Experience applying software and interface design principles
- Experience with at least one version control system
- In-depth knowledge of audio and speech processing standards, such as MPEG, Dolby, DTS, and G.7xx
- Good technical communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- BE or BS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
- Experience with embedded hardware and computer system architecture
- MTech or MS degree
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