Acoustics Engineer III

PTR Global; Cupertino (CA); Hybrid; USD 82,656 - 89,544; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) contributions

PTO and sick leave

Job summary

A leading audio technology company based in Cupertino, California is seeking a candidate to work on AirPods features that enhance user experience while protecting hearing. Candidates should have a strong programming background in Swift or Python, with a passion for audio technology and music production. This role offers a hybrid work model with competitive compensation ranging from $60 to $65 per hour.

Qualifications

• Strong programming background in one or more of Swift, Python, or real-time C++.
• Ability to work independently with a solid foundation in software engineering principles.
• Interest in music production, equalizers, or acoustic systems.

Responsibilities

• Work on features for AirPods that enhance user experience and protect hearing.
• Review and execute acoustic measurements as per scope-of-work documents.
• Collaborate on real-time audio processing tasks.

Skills

Strong programming background in Swift

Strong programming background in Python

Strong programming background in real-time C++

Solid foundation in software engineering principles

Passion for audio technology

Motivation to learn and grow

Job description

Team Focus

Developing AirPods technology with a focus on hearing protection and advanced audio experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on AirPods features that protect hearing and enhance user experience.
• Review and execute existing scope‑of‑work documents to run acoustic measurements.
• Collaborate on real‑time audio processing and signal processing tasks.
• Develop or maintain real‑time audio plug‑ins.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong programming background in Swift, Python, or real‑time C++ (Swift is most commonly used with this team).
• Solid foundation in software engineering principles and ability to work independently.
• Passion for audio technology, with interest in music production, equalizers, or acoustic systems.
• Motivation to learn and grow within the audio domain.

Nice to Have

• Experience writing real‑time audio plug‑ins.
• Ability to tune and identify sound quality issues by ear (good hearing acuity for audio work).

Context

• This position will cover for a team member focused on signal processing.

Interview Process

• Includes a coding review session (candidate won’t be asked to code live but will walk through examples and answer questions).
• Will also include audio‑related discussion and technical problem‑solving.

Schedule Notes

• Hybrid model in the Forge office; prefer someone who can be fully onsite but it is not required.

Pay Range

$60hr – $65hr on W2. Compensation will be determined by scope, complexity, location, skills, education, credentials, and experience. Full‑time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) contributions as well as other PTO, sick leave, and benefits mandated by applicable state or locality.