Audio Software Engineer
Mercor
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Job Description
About The Job
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position Details
Role: Audio Software EngineerType: ContractCompensation: $85–$105/hourLocation: Onsite - Redmond, WA
Role Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and optimize audio signal processing algorithms in Python and C++.
- Develop systems and frameworks for simulating audio processing pipelines.
- Build scalable solutions for storage, retrieval, and analysis of audio performance measurement data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for audio performance evaluation tools.
- Document code, algorithms, and system architectures for various stakeholders.
- Participate in code and design reviews.
Qualifications
Must-Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Audio Engineering, or related field.
- 2+ years experience in software development with Python and C++.
- Understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) concepts and algorithms.
- Experience with data storage, retrieval, and analysis systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred:
- Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
- Experience with real-time audio processing and optimization.
- Familiarity with audio measurement and performance analysis tools.
- Experience developing simulation frameworks for audio or related domains.
- Knowledge of cloud-based data storage and analytics platforms.
- Experience working in a large-scale, collaborative engineering environment.
Interview Process
Two 45-minute interviews using Coderpad.
Application Process
The process takes 20–30 minutes to complete: Upload resume, complete AI interview based on your resume, and submit a form.
Resources & Support
For interview process details, visit Mercor Talent Documentation. For help, email support@mercor.com.
Key skills/competency
- Audio Processing
- Python
- C++
- DSP
- Data Analysis
- System Design
- Software Development
- Collaboration
- Simulation
- Documentation
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Tailor your resume: Highlight relevant Python and C++ experience.
- Showcase DSP skills: Detail digital signal processing projects.
- Prepare technical tests: Practice coding challenges in audio processing.
- Research Mercor: Understand their AI research and investor background.
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