Senior Audio Engineer

Microsoft • Sunnyvale, CA

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About The Position

Develop refined components and user experiences. Transform design concepts into functional prototypes and code, ensuring ongoing iteration for optimal results. Provide constructive feedback and recommend innovative, effective solutions. Inform stakeholders when technological limitations necessitate adjustments in design or engineering. Adhere to best practices and offer thorough code review feedback to colleagues. Collaborate closely with designers and product managers to develop prototypes that effectively communicate experiential goals beyond static compositions.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Graphic Design, Product Design, Visual Design, Human Computer Interaction, or related field AND 3+ years experience working in product or service design and/or shipping production code OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Graphic Design, Product Design, Visual Design, Human Computer Interaction, or related field AND 4+ years experience working in product or service design and/or shipping production code OR equivalent experience
• Industry experience with audio software (e.g., Sound Forge, ProTools, Reaper, Audition, Izotope RX)
• Experience with AI and data-driven design practices, especially developing synthetic voices using LLM technologies
• Experience in creating/modifying software tools for design and development
• Familiarity with programming at a high/mid-level (XML, Json, Wwise, Max, Python, JavaScript, etc.)
• A proactive mindset - able to work autonomously with minimal supervision but love collaboration and sharing ideas and discoveries
• Solid interest and understanding in regards to enabling User Research through prototyping
• Solid understanding of production requirements and the willingness to steer work to minimize negative impact
• Experience working with a multi-disciplinary team of designers and developers
• A solid interest in design, technology, and trends, with an eye toward the future

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees