Staff Software Engineer

Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future At Dolby science meets art and high tech means more than computer code As a member of the Dolby team you ll see and hear the results of your work everywhere from movie theaters to smartphones We continue to revolutionize how people create deliver and enjoy entertainment worldwide To do that we need the absolute best talent We re big enough to give you all the resources you need and small enough so you can make a real difference and earn recognition for your work We offer a collegial culture challenging projects and excellent compensation and benefits not to mention a Flex Work approach that is truly flexible to support where when and how you do your best work JOB SUMMARY This position is based in the product engineering team of the Entertainment Technology group In this role you will design and build audio and video software for global users in consumer entertainment and automotive industries in collaboration with key industry partners The role involves designing and developing Dolby s audio and video technologies including Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision along with operating systems integration and application development The position requires deep knowledge of multimedia frameworks audio video technologies a very good understanding of operating system internals e g Android iOS Linux and associated application frameworks The position demands a candidate capable of independently planning and developing software components against technical and schedule challenges following strong software design and process principles while mentoring junior team members The position requires working within an international engineering team marrying deep technical leadership with an ability to work across geographies and cultures It includes direct interactions with engineering leads product managers customers and other business units ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Software Development Architecture Independently plan design develop and deliver software products on schedule Define system-level architecture and implement software engineering design patterns for robust code structure Establish clear software design requirements and performance objectives Lead and actively participate in software design code reviews and bug resolution Technical Expertise Demonstrate skills in using development tools including design debugging and continuous integration as well as familiarity with various technologies such as operating systems relevant libraries and packages Make well-informed technical decisions that consider all aspects of problems Provide technical guidance to team members and assist engineers with tool utilization Stay current with competitive and complementary technologies Research and evaluate potential applications for future products or licensable technologies Quality Documentation Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation to ensure design sustainability Evaluate testing methodologies to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness Identify assess and mitigate potential project risks and technical issues Leadership Communication Work autonomously while managing ambiguity and multiple priorities effectively Manage time effectively to achieve both individual and team objectives Clearly communicate technical concepts to audiences at all organizational levels Represent the team and company professionally when interacting with internal and external customers Build a high degree of influence with internal external partners Mentor junior team members and enhance team effectiveness through workflow improvements Develop and maintain key relationships throughout the organization REQUIREMENTS A Bachelor s or Master s degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Science or a related discipline Over 8 years of experience in software development C C Java Rust Kotlin on Android or Linux platforms Experience with Android OS internals is highly desirable Deep understanding of SoC vendor hardware abstraction layers and the associated device drivers Extensive experience in developing Audio Video consumer or automotive products Strong object-oriented software design skills using multi-threaded C Experience in Android and or iOS app development is highly desirable A thorough understanding of software design and software lifecycle maintenance Capability to plan project deadlines using goals and work breakdown structures Ability to manage multiple competing priorities effectively Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both general and technology-specific contexts All official communication regarding employment opportunities at Dolby will come from an official dolby com email address We will never request payment as part of the hiring process If you receive a suspicious message please verify its authenticity before responding LI-IM1