Systems Engineer (AI and DSP)

European Tech Recruit; Cork; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

European Tech Recruit is seeking a Systems Engineer in Cork, onsite. You will lead end-to-end sensor projects, developing algorithms with MATLAB and Python, and balancing performance with memory and power constraints.

The role involves mentoring junior engineers and presenting results to product management and software leads. Applicants should have strong DSP foundations, embedded C/C++, and experience in Edge AI to optimize DSP operations for power-efficient sensing devices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS.
• Strong DSP fundamentals and signal processing knowledge.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded development.
• Experience with MATLAB and Python for algorithm prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems projects end-to-end from initial requirements gathering to software implementation.
• Develop and validate sensor algorithms using MATLAB and Python.
• Balance performance, memory, and power with computational constraints.
• Mentor junior engineers and report results to product teams.

Skills

Embedded systems

Algorithm development

DSP theory

Python

MATLAB

Machine learning basics

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

C/C++

Edge AI optimization

Floating-point to fixed-point

Job description

Systems Engineer | AI / DSP | Sensor technology | Cork, Ireland (onsite)

Join a team and shape the future of sensing!

An Industry-leading Semiconductor company is developing cutting-edge sensor technologies for a wide range of applications, from smartphones and automotive systems to IoT devices, smartwatches, and beyond.

This exciting role offers the chance to work with the latest sensor innovations, impacting how we interact with technology every day. You'll be involved in the entire product lifecycle, from early R&D to commercial deployment, collaborating with a talented team of systems, software, and integration/test engineers.

The Role

The successful candidate will lead systems projects end-to-end, from initial requirements gathering to software implementation. Key responsibilities include:

• Algorithm Development: Creating and validating sensor algorithms using MATLAB and Python.
• Engineering Trade-offs: Balancing performance, memory, and power consumption with computational complexity.
• Embedded Development: Writing C/C++ code for both fixed and floating-point based designs.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Mentoring junior engineers and communicating technical results to product management and software leads.

Requirements

The company is looking for an analytical engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses a strong foundation in digital signal processing.

Technical Essentials

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded programming.
• Strong understanding of DSP concepts (filter design, LTI systems) and linear algebra.
• Experience with Machine Learning (supervised/unsupervised learning, feature extraction, neural networks).
• Knowledge of MEMS and inertial sensors.

Preferred Skills

• Experience optimizing DSP operations for Edge AI.
• Expertise in floating-to-fixed point implementation and bitwidth optimization for low-power devices.
• Excellent communication skills for delivering documentation and technical reports.