Audio Software Engineer

Zoom; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 187,070 - 255,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Work-life balance options

Community engagement opportunities

Job summary

Pantera Capital is seeking a skilled software engineer to design and develop scalable solutions for audio processing and communication systems. The role involves implementing real-time audio algorithms and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance audio quality and performance.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and have at least 2 years of experience in audio software development. The position allows for hybrid working arrangements and offers a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in relevant field.
• 2 years of experience in audio software development.
• Strong understanding of audio signal processing.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable software solutions for audio systems.
• Implement real-time audio algorithms to enhance performance.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate audio software.

Skills

C++

Python

Audio signal processing

Audio networking protocols

Audio testing and quality assurance

Multithreading

Audio file formats

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PortAudio

PulseAudio

JACK

Job description

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable and robust software solutions for audio processing and communication systems.
• Implement and optimize real‑time audio algorithms and signal processing techniques to enhance audio quality and performance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate audio software components into existing applications and systems.
• Conduct thorough testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of audio software to ensure functionality, stability, and performance.
• Evaluate and assess emerging audio technologies, tools, and frameworks to recommend and implement improvements in audio software architecture and development processes.

Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Digital Signal Processing, Materials Science and Engineering, Electronics Engineering, a related field, or an equivalent foreign degree. Must have 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.

• 2 years of experience in programming languages such as C++ or Python, with demonstrated experience in developing audio‑related software applications.
• 2 years of experience in audio signal processing principles and techniques, including audio codecs, noise reduction, echo cancellation, and audio enhancement.
• 2 years of experience in audio networking protocols and standards, such as RTP/RTCP, SIP, WebRTC.
• 2 years of experience with audio software development frameworks and tools, such as PortAudio, PulseAudio, or JACK.
• 2 years of experience in audio testing and quality assurance: skills in testing audio software, identifying bugs, and ensuring audio quality across different devices and platforms.
• 2 years of experience in audio acoustics: understanding of audio acoustics principles, including room calibration, sound propagation, and reverberation.
• 2 years of experience in multithreading: knowledge of multithreading techniques for efficient audio processing, ensuring smooth performance.
• 2 years of experience with audio file formats: familiarity with various audio file formats (WAV, FLAC, etc.) and their differences.
• Telecommuting work arrangement permitted: position may work in various unanticipated locations throughout the U.S.

Salary Range or On Target Earnings

Minimum: $187,070.00; Maximum: $255,400.00.

In addition to the base salary and/or OTE listed, Zoom has a Total Direct Compensation philosophy that takes into consideration base salary, bonus, and equity value. Starting pay will be based on a number of factors and commensurate with qualifications and experience. We also have a location based compensation structure; there may be a different range for candidates in this and other locations.

Ways of Working

Our structured hybrid approach is centered around our offices and remote work environments. The work style of each role, Hybrid, Remote, or In‑Person is indicated in the job description/posting.

Benefits

As part of our award‑winning workplace culture and commitment to delivering happiness, our benefits program offers a variety of perks, benefits, and options to help employees maintain their physical, mental, emotional, and financial health; support work‑life balance; and contribute to their community in meaningful ways.

EEO Statement

We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives, including qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and any qualified applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in accordance with the law.