FPGA Audio Engineer
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[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking a talented FPGA Audio Engineer to design low-latency, high accuracy audio systems for their products. The role involves designing audio engines, developing algorithms, writing code, testing designs, and documenting the process. The position is based in Chessington or Aachen.
Job Vacancy: FPGA Audio Engineer
### Contract Type: 37.5 hours per week
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Job Specification
| | | | --- | --- | | Team | R&D | | Job Title | FPGA Audio Engineer | | Reporting to | FPGA & DSP Team Leader | | Location | Chessington, UK | | Terms & Conditions | 37.5 hours per week | | Job Summary | [Employer hidden] is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of mixing consoles used by top musician around the world. KLANG, based in Aachen, Germany leads the way in immersive in-ear monitoring solutions. Together, we offer solutions to enhance live performances experience for performers. We are looking for a talented and passionate FPGA engineer to join our teams either in Chessington or Aachen. In this role you will be designing low-latency, high accuracy audio systems for both companies and drive the inter-communication between KLANG’s and [Employer hidden]’s products. You will be involved in all the steps of the development of our products (Specification, system architecture, schematics review, development, debugging) | | Main activities & Responsibilities | Audio Engine Design: Develop new processing and features on our ecosystem of products (Consoles, Racks, DMIs, Audio Processors) Algorithm Development: Design audio effects, audio signal routing solutions, interface externals IC with bespoke communication protocols. Software development: Write clear code, with an emphasis on high-quality software development practices. Test and verify your designs with industry standard verification libraries. Hardware Development: Sketch and review electronics design, system architecture and Specify IC choices. Documentation: Thoroughly document designs, interfaces, and protocols to ensure clarity and maintainability across the team. | | Other features of the job | Design creative digital audio effects |
Person Specifications
| | | | | --- | --- | --- | | Attributes | Essential | Desirable | | Education, qualifications | - Bachelor’s degree in Electronics/Software Engineering or a related field | - MSc/PhD in Electronics / Software Engineering or related subject - Degree in Music Technology | | Experience | - >=3 Years of Firmware development with a low level of programming (FPGA/ASIC, DSP, or C for low-latency systems) - Proficiency in VHDL - Strong understanding of digital signal processing, high-speed digital design, embedded microprocessor/microcontroller design, and digital circuit components (DSP, memory, clocking resources) - Competence in electronic hardware design and bring-up, with experience in audio interfaces and serial communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, I2S). | Knowledge and experience of one of the following will be considered an advantage: - Knowledge of Dante or AES67 - Ethernet, IP, Network and switch configuration - Assembler for SHARC DSP (CrossCore or VisualDSP++) - Xilinx FPGA & Tools (Vivado, ISE, Vitis, SDK) - simulation/verification using OSVVM - C/C++ - U-boot/Linux/Yocto experience - Knowledge of digital audio or mixing consoles | | Practical & intellectual skills (inc. special knowledge) | - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance perfection and speed - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and within remote teams | - A genuine interest in FPGA and DSP engineering, with a passion for audio technology | | Company Values | - Customer focussed - Innovative - Active team member - Honest - Dedicated | | | Circumstances | - Good attendance record (this will not preclude a candidate with a disability) | - Ability to work occasional overtime | | Training | We offer continuous learning opportunities, including training and development programs to help you grow your career. | |
To apply, please forward a CV and letter of application to [contact hidden]
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