Staff Engineer, Design Evaluation Engineer

About Analog Devices Analog Devices Inc NASDAQ is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge ADI combines analog digital and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories mobility and digital healthcare combat climate change and reliably connect humans and the world With revenue of more than 9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24 000 people globally ADI ensures today s innovators stay Ahead of What s Possible TM Learn more at and on and Staff Design Evaluation Engineer Software Focussed About the Role The Staff Design Evaluation Engineer is a senior technical position working on complex and critical evaluation projects This role involves leading complex technical problem resolution and acting as a technical resource We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead firmware and embedded software development for our next-generation consumer audio products including TWS earbuds wireless headphones Bluetooth speakers and smart sound systems The ideal candidate has deep expertise in wireless audio DSP integration Bluetooth LE Audio and low-power embedded design with a proven track record of taking products from concept to mass production Key Responsibilities Lead architecture design and development of embedded software for consumer audio devices Develop and optimize firmware for audio DSPs SoCs and microcontrollers Qualcomm QCC TI NXP ADI Cirrus Logic etc Integrate Bluetooth Classic Bluetooth Low Energy BLE Bluetooth LE Audio and Wi-Fi connectivity for streaming and multi-device use Work on audio pipelines including ANC Active Noise Cancellation spatial audio beamforming and low-latency audio streaming Implement and optimize audio codecs SBC AAC aptX LDAC LC3 Opus Collaborate with acoustics hardware mobile app and cloud teams to deliver end-to-end user experiences Support board bring-up debugging and RF audio performance validation Drive compliance with Bluetooth SIG Wi-Fi Alliance FCC CE and global certification requirements Provide technical leadership mentoring and code quality oversight within the embedded team Explore emerging technologies voice assistant integration low-latency gaming audio multi-stream audio on-device AI ML processing Must Have Skills Architectural Expertise Advanced technical knowledge to architect evaluation strategies for new silicon designs Technical Leadership Proven ability to influence and lead complex evaluation projects across multiple products Advanced Debugging Expert-level debugging capabilities for resolving challenging technical issues Innovation Ability to develop innovative test methodologies and drive automation initiatives Cross-functional Collaboration Skills to effectively collaborate with and influence cross-functional teams Preferred Education and Experience Bachelor s Master s in Computer Science Electrical Electronics or related field 8 years of relevant experience embedded software firmware development with direct experience in consumer audio products Strong proficiency in C C with working knowledge of assembly and Python scripting for automation Hands-on expertise with wireless audio standards A2DP HFP AVRCP BLE Audio LC3 codec Wi-Fi streaming Experience with RTOS platforms FreeRTOS Zephyr ThreadX QNX etc Proven experience in ANC algorithms beamforming echo cancellation and voice activation wake word keyword spotting Familiarity with TWS architectures synchronization left-right relay low-latency links Strong debugging and optimization skills using JTAG protocol analyzers and audio test equipment Track record of shipping consumer audio devices from prototype to high-volume production Why You ll Love Working at ADI At Analog Devices you ll be part of a collaborative and innovative team that s shaping the future of technology We offer a supportive environment focused on professional growth competitive compensation and benefits work-life balance and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact on the world Your expertise will shape the future of technology and you ll be supported by a culture that values continuous advancement and professional growth Join us and help create the technologies that bridge the physical and digital worlds making a tangible difference in how people live work and connect For positions requiring access to technical data Analog Devices Inc may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U S Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and or the U S Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls As such applicants for this position - except US Citizens US Permanent Residents and protected individuals as defined by 8 U S C 1324b a 3 - may have to go through an export licensing review process Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race color religion age ancestry national origin social or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status pregnancy parental status disability medical condition genetic information military or veteran status union membership and political affiliation or any other legally protected group Job Req Type Experienced Required Travel Yes 10 of the time Shift Type 1st Shift Days