Senior Director, AI Audio & Edge DSP Leadership

Synaptics Incorporated; Wayne (CA); On-site; USD 249,000 - 393,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Synaptics Incorporated is seeking a Senior Director of AI Audio to shape the future of audio technology for Astra Edge-AI processors. The Edge Compute and Connectivity Division develops high-performance Linux processors and microcontrollers built with AI, with a focus on secure, power-efficient solutions.

The role reports to the VP of Technology and Innovation and requires leading cross-functional teams across AI, DSP, software, and product groups to deliver production-ready audio solutions.

Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience in audio with a focus on AI algorithms for multi-mic processing
• 7+ years leading teams and cross-functional collaboration
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation in a fast-paced semiconductor environment
• Experience influencing product teams and roadmaps
• Willingness to travel up to 10%

Responsibilities

• Define the AI audio technology roadmap and architecture across MCU and MPU platforms
• Lead development of audio DSP, AI models, and embedded software
• Drive in-house innovation and IP strategy; evaluate third-party tech
• Own end-to-end system integration, validation, and production readiness
• Lead customer engagements and propel complex technical solutions
• Build and mentor high-performing engineering teams across AI, DSP, and audio technologies

Skills

Audio processing

AI algorithms

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Linux

RTOS

DSP

Audio DSP

Job description

Synaptics Incorporated is seeking a Senior Director of AI Audio to shape the future of audio technology for Astra Edge-AI processors. The Edge Compute and Connectivity Division develops high-performance Linux processors and microcontrollers built with AI, with a focus on secure, power-efficient solutions.

The role reports to the VP of Technology and Innovation and requires leading cross-functional teams across AI, DSP, software, and product groups to deliver production-ready audio solutions.