Senior Software Development Engineer

JOB TITLE:    Senior Software Development Engineer (Job Code: SM0723)

JOB DETAILS:   

Spearhead the architectural design and implementation of sophisticated, high-performance WiFi, Bluetooth Classic, and LE audio connectivity platforms for next-generation products. Design new connectivity features and maximize the potential of existing technologies. Debug complex low-level problems that may span interfaces between hardware and software. Demonstrate understanding and awareness of modern embedded software development processes, including design, implementation, unit testing, continuous integration, version control etc. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware and application developers, to influence system specifications and ensure seamless integration. Leverage expert-level knowledge of RF and over-the-air protocol analyzers to diagnose and resolve complex wireless interoperability challenges. Design APIs and large systems taking into account maintainability, security, performance and scalability. Optimize and refactor firmware for maximum efficiency and power consumption on custom silicon platforms. Mentor junior engineers and champion best practices in the embedded software lifecycle, including robust CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and rigorous version control.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:    

Master’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related field plus 3 years of experience in the offered position or related position.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess expertise/knowledge sufficient to adequately perform the duties of the job being offered. Expertise/knowledge may be gained through employment experience or education. Such expertise/knowledge cannot be "quantified" by "time". Required expertise/knowledge includes:

• Experience with Bluetooth Classic and BLE stack/profiles, including A2DP, AVRCP, HFP and LE Audio. 
• Experience and understanding with various audio codecs (LC3, AAC and SBC). 
• Experience developing on embedded platforms for consumer electronics.
• Experience with interrupt-driven programming, as well as with latency optimization and preventing buffer underruns. 
• Knowledge of fixed-point arithmetic. 
• Ability to manage synchronization, queues, timers, and low-power states. 
• Experience with high-speed communication protocols which include I2C, SPI, UART, USB, BLE and Wi-Fi. 
• Experience with debugging interfaces and tools (JTAG, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and protocol analyzers). 
• Experience leading technical projects or mentoring a small team of engineers. 
• Understanding of security principles (cryptography, secure communication, secure boot, and key storage). 
• Proficiency with version control (Git), project tracking (Jira) and CI/CD pipelines for firmware development. 

OTHER:  Salary range: $112,694 per year to $120,000 per year.

JOB LOCATION:      

Sonos, Inc.

10000 Shelbyville Rd

Suite 110, Louisville, KY 40223

If offered employment, must have legal right to work in U.S. 

**Must reference JOB CODE#: SM0723 when applying.   

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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 Insurance

• A 401(k) plan with company matching and immediate vesting

• An Open Time Off policy (OTO) so you have maximum opportunity to disconnect and recharge, with no tenure-based vacation accruals required

• 80 hours of sick time upon hire, refreshed annually

• Up to 12 paid holidays per calendar year

• Sonos offers a generous paid leave program for new parents or to care for a family member with a serious health condition, as well as short- and long-term disability for your own medical condition.

• Company-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary benefits, including Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Pet Insurance

• Mental health benefits to support your holistic well-being

• A generous employee discount program & Sonos Radio HD - on us!

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.

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