Audio Embedded Engineer

Embedded Audio Engineer Department: Research and Development Reporting to: Software Team Lead Driven by a passion for designing innovative amplification products that redefine players expectations, Blackstar today distributes products to over 50 countries worldwide and is a major international brand in the Musical Instrument and Audio markets. To develop Blackstar’s proprietary embedded software within our ever-expanding product range. • Be part of the next-generation of audio products in an exciting team and dynamic industry. Assist in the implementation of new and evolving hardware platforms. • Work within the Software Team to expand and improve our multi-platform software ecosystem. • Devise, control and carry out pre-release test procedures for both hardware and software products. • Porting existing DSP algorithms between code bases and languages. • Proven knowledge and working experience with: ◦ Writing technical documentation • Advanced DSP implementation and design for audio ◦ Professional experience with C++ and the JUCE framework ◦ Professional experience with embedded Linux systems ◦ Professional experience with real time audio • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a commercial software development environment • A fast prototyping language (MATLAB, Python, C# etc.) ◦ Unit Testing ◦ Agile development practises and associated software (Jira, Confluence etc.) ◦ Guitar player or an active interest in music technology • Audio and low-voltage control electronics ◦ Qualified to degree level or above in Computer Science or related field Methodical approach, and able to work independently on large projects. • We’re a small team in a small company; you should have a flexible approach to your role and be willing to assist in various departments and activities when required. Primarily office-based in Northampton, UK, with some opportunity for hybrid working. • Full time 8.00 – 17.00, Monday – Friday. • Competitive salary based on experience. • Excellent career progression and learning opportunities. • Workplace pension. • Private mental health support.