QNX- Principal Audio Systems Software Developer

BlackBerry Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 123,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

BlackBerry QNX is seeking a Principal Audio Systems Software Developer in Burnaby, BC. This full-time role involves deploying audio algorithms across multiple operating systems and digital signal processors for renowned automotive clients. Candidates should possess a strong background in embedded systems, C/C++ programming, and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation and a dynamic environment focused on audio technology innovation.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Dynamic global environment

Opportunity to influence audio system architectures

Qualifications

• Experience integrating software into an embedded system.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills and experience working with DSPs.
• Familiarity with multithreading and object-oriented programming.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement real-time audio services on production hardware.
• Provide technical support on audio system architecture design.
• Maintain and extend existing code using C/C++.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, physics, mathematics, or equivalent experience

Tools

C/C++

DSP

QNX

Linux

Android

Job description

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QNX- Principal Audio Systems Software Developer

Apply locations Burnaby, British Columbia time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: June 30, 2025 (20 days left to apply) job requisition id 20240529

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Job Description:

Location: Burnaby, BC

BlackBerry QNX is a trusted supplier of safe and secure operating systems, hypervisors, frameworks and development tools, and provides expert support and services for building the world’s most critical embedded systems. We are the embedded experts. BlackBerry QNX was born in embedded, and provides time-tested and trusted foundation software, including our deterministic microkernel real-time operating system (RTOS), safety-certified products, middleware and security solutions, all purpose-built for embedded systems.

BlackBerry QNX software is trusted by more than 68% of the Electric Vehicle market by volume , 2 4 of the top 25 EV manufacturers and is running in 255 million vehicl es globally. Our foundation products have been pre-certified to ISO 26262 ASIL D and we offer a broad range of board support packages, professional services, AUTOSAR adaptive support and middleware solutions – from acoustic management , to digital cockpits to advanced driving assistance (ADAS) - to accelerate development and help OEMs meet Start of Production (SOP) dates.

B lackBerry QNX is seeking an accomplished individual with software development expertise in embedded audio for the full-time role of Principal Audio Systems Software Developer. BlackBerry QNX is a market leader in embedded software for automotive audio systems, with products deployed in over 200 million vehicles worldwide. Our customers include many well-known automakers and Tier 1 suppliers. We develop, integrate, tune and license software libraries for full-duplex echo cancellation and noise reduction for hands-free calling, in-car communications, active noise control, engine sound synthesis, media playback optimization and chimes generation. With our latest product offering, QNX Sound, we are influencing the audio system architectures and features of the software-defined vehicles of the future.

Are you the person we are looking for?

In this role you will deploy audio algorithms across multiple OSs (e.g., QNX OS / Hypervisor, Linux, Android), DSPs (e.g., Qualcomm, Cadence), and audio frameworks, for our various automotive customers. You will be able to effectively communicate with and support our global customers, provide advice on audio system architecture design, and perform software integrations and debugging on development boards and production hardware. A high-level understanding of speech and/or audio algorithms is required.

In return for yourskills, expertise and enthusiasm, we will provide you with an attractive compensation & comprehensive benefits package. You will also have the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic global environment, working alongside team members who are passionate about audio, self-driven, and attentive to quality. This really is a unique opportunity!

You will:

• Design and implement real-time audio services on production hardware.
• Port audio algorithms and tuning protocols to different OSs, DSPs, and audio frameworks.
• Provide technical support and advice on audio system architecture design, including aspects such as load balancing, latency, transducers, hardware interfaces, virtualization, networking, and user interfaces.
• Performance analysis and optimizations of signal processing algorithms.
• Maintenance and extension of existing code using C/C++.
• Critical listening to audio quality.

You will have:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, physics, mathematics, or equivalent experience
• Experience integrating software into an embedded system, such as a DSP or microprocessor
• Experience developing, porting or optimizing speech and/or audio algorithms
• Experience writing professional applications in C/C++, and familiarity with concepts such as multithreading, object-oriented programming and operating systems.
• Solid C/C++ programming skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving and debugging skills.

Additional Assets

• Experience with audio frameworks or interfaces such as AudioReach, Audio Weaver and ALSA.
• Experience programming in QNX or Linux/Android embedded environment.
• Experience leading a team or mentoring colleagues.
• Experience with safety and cybersecurity software development processes in automotive.

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation Base Range:

$123,750 - $165,000 CAD

About Us

BlackBerry (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) is a trusted security software and services company that provides enterprises and governments with the technology they need to secure the Internet of Things. Headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, the company is unwavering in its commitment to safety, cybersecurity and data privacy, and leads in key areas such as artificial intelligence, endpoint security and management, encryption and embedded systems. You couldn’t choose a more exciting time to consider joining us! For more information, visit BlackBerry.com and follow @BlackBerry.

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