Audio Acoustics & Tuning Engineer

Technology, Data & Digital · IT Infrastructure & Security · Systems Engineering

In short

Qualcomm seeks an Audio Acoustics & Tuning Engineer in Hyderabad to tune and validate audio solutions on Snapdragon platforms. Responsibilities include acoustic tuning, objective/subjective audio quality evaluation, system-level debugging, and developing automation frameworks using Python and MATLAB.

Responsibilities

Execute acoustic and audio feature tuning to meet carrier and customer KPIs.
Perform subjective and objective evaluation of audio quality using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
Analyze audio signal characteristics and validate performance of audio algorithms and use cases.
Validate Qualcomm audio solutions across hardware and software stacks.
Troubleshoot and debug audio HW/SW issues at system level.
Work with HW schematics, audio analog and digital components, and interfaces (Analog Mics, Digital Mics, Speakers and transducers).
Develop and maintain tuning automation frameworks and scripting workflows for repeatable and scalable tuning.
Create automation scripts in Python and/or MATLAB for tuning, measurements, data analysis, and reporting.
Collaborate with cross-functional R&D, systems, platform, and customer teams for commercialization support.
Support system-level performance testing, measurements, and demo validation efforts.

Requirements

Strong fundamentals in audio signal processing.
Hands-on experience in acoustic tuning and audio feature validation.
Understanding of audio HW schematics and analog/digital audio components.
Knowledge of digital audio interfaces and audio subsystem.
Experience probing and analyzing audio signal characteristics.
Strong analytical and debugging skills across HW and SW layers.
Programming and scripting skills in Python and/or MATLAB.
Hands-on experience using audio analyzers such as ACQUA, Audio Precision (APx), Head Acoustics, or equivalent tools for objective audio and acoustic measurements.
Excellent written, verbal, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasked, and dynamic environment.

Desired Qualifications

Experience building tuning automation, batch processing, and analysis pipelines is highly desirable.
Exposure to audio pre/post-processing algorithms (EC/NS, AGC/Limiter, SRC, Speaker Protection, Voice AI features etc.) is a plus.
Experience with Qualcomm tools and Qualcomm platforms is a plus.
Proven ability to work in a dynamic, multi-tasked environment.
Self-starter who likes to be challenged and solve tough complex problems.
Quick learner, self-motivated, able to work independently and a Team player.
Aspiration for excellence.
Working in cross disciplinary, geographically-dispersed teams.

Benefits

Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities during the application/hiring process.
Qualcomm is committed to making its workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.

Skills

PythonMATLABAudio Signal ProcessingAcoustic TuningAudio Quality EvaluationAudio Signal AnalysisAudio HW/SW DebuggingPython ScriptingMATLAB ScriptingTuning AutomationAudio AnalyzersACQUAAudio PrecisionHead AcousticsEC/NSAGC/LimiterSRCSpeaker ProtectionVoice AI

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