Digital Signal Processing 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. We are seeking a Digital Signal Processing Engineer (Audio Software Engineer) for a contract position based onsite in 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 to create audio performance evaluation tools.
- Document code, algorithms, and system architectures for 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 of experience in software development with Python and C++.
- Understanding of digital signal processing concepts and algorithms.
- Experience with data storage, retrieval, and analysis systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and independent working ability.
- 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 in developing simulation frameworks for audio or related domains.
- Knowledge of cloud-based data storage and analytics platforms.
- Prior experience in a large-scale, collaborative engineering environment.
Interview Process
Two 45-minute interviews using Coderpad.
Application Process
- Upload resume
- Complete AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form (20–30 minutes to complete)
Resources & Support
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check here. For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
Key skills/competency
- Audio Processing
- Digital Signal Processing
- Python
- C++
- Algorithm Design
- Systems Development
- Data Analysis
- Simulation
- Real-Time Processing
- Code Documentation
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Customize your resume: Highlight DSP and audio engineering skills.
- Research Mercor: Understand their work with AI research labs.
- Prepare for technical tests: Brush up on Python, C++, and algorithm design.
- Practice communication: Review technical documentation practices.
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