Senior Staff Engineer, Audio/Video Signal Processing & Machine Learning

Dolby Laboratories; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Dolby Laboratories in Sydney seeks a senior embedded software engineer to design and deploy high-performance C/C++ software for embedded platforms, applying DSP and machine learning techniques.

You will lead architecture, mentor engineers, collaborate with customers and partners, and leverage generative AI tools to accelerate innovation. Requires 10+ years in embedded systems, expertise in DSP/ML, and edge-device deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years' experience in embedded systems and real-time software development.
• Deep expertise in DSP, machine learning techniques or applied mathematics.
• Hands-on experience deploying complex algorithms on edge devices.
• Strong C/C++ development skills and understanding of processor architectures.
• Proven track record leading complex technical projects and delivering production-ready solutions.
• Experience leveraging generative AI tools to improve engineering productivity.

Responsibilities

• Invent and prototype new audio and video experiences.
• Apply classical DSP and ML techniques to real-world challenges.
• Take concepts from research through to deployment on consumer devices.
• Develop high-performance, portable C/C++ software for embedded platforms.
• Lead system architecture, design reviews, and technical decision-making.
• Use AI-powered development tools to accelerate innovation and productivity.
• Drive complex engineering projects and influence technical direction.
• Mentor engineers and represent Dolby with customers and partners.

Skills

C/C++ development

Embedded systems

DSP

Machine learning

Leadership

Edge devices

Generative AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

C/C++

DSP

Job description

Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. At Dolby, science meets art, and high tech means more than computer code. As a member of the Dolby team, you’ll see and hear the results of your work everywhere, from movie theaters to smartphones. We continue to revolutionize how people create, deliver, and enjoy entertainment worldwide. To do that, we need the absolute best talent. We’re big enough to give you all the resources you need, and small enough so you can make a real difference and earn recognition for your work. We offer a collegial culture, challenging projects, and excellent compensation and benefits, not to mention a Flex Work approach that is truly flexible to support where, when, and how you do your best work.

What You'll Do

• Invent and prototype new audio and video experiences.
• Apply classical DSP and machine learning techniques to solve real-world challenges.
• Take concepts from research through to deployment on consumer devices.
• Develop high-performance, portable C/C++ software for embedded platforms.
• Lead system architecture, design reviews, and technical decision-making.
• Use AI-powered development tools to accelerate innovation and productivity.
• Drive complex engineering projects and influence technical direction.
• Mentor engineers and represent Dolby with customers and partners.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years' experience in embedded systems, and real-time software development.
• Deep expertise in DSP, machine learning techniques or applied mathematics.
• Hands-on experience deploying complex algorithms on edge devices.
• Strong C/C++ development skills and understanding of processor architectures.
• Proven track record leading complex technical projects and delivering production-ready solutions.
• Experience leveraging generative AI tools to improve engineering productivity.