Audio Systems Engineer, Robot Head
Kind Humanoid
Software Engineering
San Carlos, CA, USA
Job description
Audio Systems Engineer, Robot Head
San Carlos (on-site)
About 1X
We build humanoid robots that work alongside people to solve labor shortages and create abundance.
The Role
As an Audio Systems Engineer, you will own the full audio hardware and firmware pipeline. You will be responsible for hands-on design, prototyping, and system integration while working closely with software, electrical, mechanical, manufacturing and industrial design teams. You’ll design and optimize microphone and speaker systems to ensure clear, reliable audio performance in diverse real-world conditions. Working closely with software teams, you will integrate Direction of Arrival (DOA), Voice Activity Detection (VAD), noise suppression, signal processing, and ML-based audio features. Your contributions will be essential to enabling seamless human-robot interaction.
You Will
Design and tune microphone and speaker systems for optimal performance in noisy and dynamic environments
Build and test audio hardware using oscilloscopes, anechoic chambers, and audio analysis tools
Collaborate with software teams on real-time streaming, signal processing, noise reduction, and ML-powered audio features
Conduct field tests, gather performance data, and iterate based on findings
Own the full audio hardware and firmware pipeline from initial concept through production deployment
Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams to ensure system-level integration and functionality
Job requirements
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related discipline
Extensive experience designing audio hardware systems, including microphones and speakers
Strong hands-on skills with audio hardware testing and measurement tools
Proficiency with real-time audio streaming, signal processing, and noise reduction techniques
Ability to analyze field test data and iterate on system performance
Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams including software and mechanical engineering
Rigorous attention to detail and a commitment to audio quality
Able to work full-time on-site
Preferred & Nice-to-Have
Experience with embedded systems and firmware fundamentals
Experience applying machine learning techniques to audio processing
Consumer electronics experience
Factory testing experience
Benefits & Compensation
Salary Range: $137,861 – $240,000 + Equity
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer
1X is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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