Senior Engineer: Electroacoustics Engineer (Audio Systems, Sr Eng)
Qualcomm · Hyderabad · 3+ yrs experience · Posted 2026-05-07
Tech stack: C, C++, Python
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About the role
Qualcomm India Private Limited
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Engineering
Responsibilities: - Qualcomm, a leader in next-generation wireless and multimedia technology, is seeking a passionate Electroacoustics Engineer to join our Advanced Tech R&D team.
- In this role, you will be responsible for the tuning and sound quality optimization of audio and voice for a variety of products, including earbuds, phones, PCs, XR, and vehicles.
- Using your expertise in signal processing, acoustic simulation, and electroacoustic principles, you will enhance the auditory experiences delivered to our global customers.
- validate audio signal processing and machine learning solutions for diverse Qualcomm products.
- Conduct acoustic analysis/assessments and validate product designs through measurement and simulation.
- Develop and validate acoustic models using simulation tools such as FEA, BEM, and COMSOL.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on acoustic design integration and product development.
- Create performance reports and provide actionable sound quality recommendations.
- Design and conduct audio listening experiments, including statistical analysis.
- Remain up-to-date on the latest trends and innovations in acoustics
Qualifications: - Strong foundation in signal processing, acoustic theory, and electroacoustic fundamentals.
- Proficiency in Python and/or MATLAB for audio analysis and simulation.
- Experience with audio signal modeling, algorithm development, and system tuning/calibration.
- Knowledge of C, C++, or other programming languages for audio applications.
- Familiarity with machine learning techniques and their application to audio.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Experience with FEA/BEM methods and simulation tools (e.g., COMSOL) for acoustic design.
- Familiarity with ApX and HEAD Acoustics for acoustic measurement and analysis.
- Experience implementing and managing electroacoustic laboratories.
- Statistical analysis skills, preferably including R.
- Knowledge of electroacoustic standards, such as 3GPP, ETSI, ITU-T, and CTIA.
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Acoustics, Physics, Electronics, Electrical or a related field plus 3+ years of related experience; OR
- PhD in Engineering, Acoustics, Physics, or a related field.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
- Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
- PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in signal processing, acoustic theory, and electroacoustic fundamentals.
- Proficiency in Python and/or MATLAB for audio analysis and simulation.
- Experience with audio signal modeling, algorithm development, and system tuning/calibration.
- Knowledge of C, C++, or other programming languages for audio applications.
- Familiarity with machine learning techniques and their application to audio.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Experience with FEA/BEM methods and simulation tools (e.g., COMSOL) for acoustic design.
- Familiarity with ApX and HEAD Acoustics for acoustic measurement and analysis.
- Experience implementing and managing electroacoustic laboratories.
- Statistical analysis skills, preferably including R.
- Knowledge of electroacoustic standards, such as 3GPP, ETSI, ITU-T, and CTIA.
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Acoustics, Physics, Electronics, Electrical or a related field plus 3+ years of related experience; OR
- PhD in Engineering, Acoustics, Physics, or a related field.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
- Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
- PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
Responsibilities
- Qualcomm, a leader in next-generation wireless and multimedia technology, is seeking a passionate Electroacoustics Engineer to join our Advanced Tech R&D team.
- In this role, you will be responsible for the tuning and sound quality optimization of audio and voice for a variety of products, including earbuds, phones, PCs, XR, and vehicles.
- Using your expertise in signal processing, acoustic simulation, and electroacoustic principles, you will enhance the auditory experiences delivered to our global customers.
- validate audio signal processing and machine learning solutions for diverse Qualcomm products.
- Conduct acoustic analysis/assessments and validate product designs through measurement and simulation.
- Develop and validate acoustic models using simulation tools such as FEA, BEM, and COMSOL.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on acoustic design integration and product development.
- Create performance reports and provide actionable sound quality recommendations.
- Design and conduct audio listening experiments, including statistical analysis.
- Remain up-to-date on the latest trends and innovations in acoustics