Senior Acoustics Systems Engineer, Audio Tech

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Framingham, MA
Hybrid
113K-155K Annually
Automotive • eCommerce • Hardware • Music • Retail • Software • Wearables
We believe sound is the most powerful force on earth.
The Role

At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth — and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound. 

  

Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation. 

Job Description

Summary:

As a Senior Systems Engineer for the Audio Technology Engineering team, you’ll lead product development activities and serve as the main technical point of contact. This is a high-impact role for an experienced engineer to lead the design of new Bose products working with engineers across Bose and external partners.

Responsibilities:

The Senior Systems Engineer will develop products that contain a high degree of system complexity while leading cross-functional engineering teams and interfacing directly with technology partners to design products meeting customer needs, development cost targets, and safety/regulatory requirements. The candidate must have product development experience in at least one of the following fields: consumer electronics, automotive, defense industry, medical device, or a related industry.

You will lead the execution of product development engineering plans. In conjunction with program management, you’ll coordinate work streams across internal and external engineering teams. You’ll proactively identify engineering issues/risks and drive resolution by coordinating engineering teams, program management, and product management. You’ll assess and establish feasibility of plans by working with senior engineers.  The role offers a unique opportunity to do the most impactful work of your career. If the prospect of making a positive tangible impact on millions of people excites you, and you enjoy working on teams with other really smart people, then we want to meet you.

Requirements:

  • 7+ years of engineering experience in the firmware, DSP, and algorithm development areas (Audio algorithm development a huge plus)
  • 2+ years of leading successful cross-functional engineering teams working on projects involving initial development through product launch.
  • Product development experience in at least one of the following fields: consumer electronics, automotive, defense industry, medical device, or a related industry.
  • Demonstrated ability to run a highly technical team of multi-disciplinary engineers.
  • Proven track record of systems engineering for sophisticated electronics devices.
  • Technical problem-solving skills that combine evidence with intuition
  • History of clearly defined engineering deliverables being completed on time, within budget, and product-cost targets while meeting internal and regulatory requirements.
  • Led partners in direct cost estimation for early concepts.
  • Communication: You can distill numerous and complex ideas down to simple messages.  A consistent track record driving cohesion and collaboration among many different people and functions. You know how to empower and influence others.
  • Ability to ensure the development process and supporting documentation follow internal and Partner requirements.
  • Experience building AI/ML solutions for audio products
  • Hands-on firmware (C) and real-time audio DSP development experience
  • Experience with system-level audio processing architecture, design, tuning, and testing
  • Experience with DSP algorithm design and validation using Matlab, Simulink, or similar
  • B.S. degree in Software, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Graduate degree preferred.

At Bose, you're inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills, experience, education, and location, and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Framingham, Massachusetts is: $112,600-$154,750.The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary. In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing, and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences. We are a proudly independent company—driven by purpose, guided by our values, and united by a belief in the power of sound. As the world leader in audio experiences, we’re creating what’s next—pushing boundaries and delivering transformative sound experiences for people everywhere. Join us and make your next career move a mic-drop. Let’s Make Waves.

Bose is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. The EEOC’s “Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal” Poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf. Bose is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Please include "Application Accommodation Request" in the subject of the email.

Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success, and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities, and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.

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Year Founded: 1964

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At Bose Corporation, we’re powered by our legendary brands — Bose, McIntosh, and Sonus faber — bringing together more than 175 years of combined technical expertise, craftsmanship and artistry. Founded by Dr. Amar Bose, our company is driven by purpose and devoted to advancing what’s possible in audio — creating transformative experiences in the home, on the go, and on the road.

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