Sr Signal Processing Research Engineer I

Starkey•Eden Prairie, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a world-class research team developing advanced digital signal processing algorithms that power the next generation of AI-enabled hearing technology. In this role at Starkey, you'll lead innovative signal processing and machine Learning research as part of the Algorithms Group. In addition to individual project work, this person will work with other project leads to plan and execute collaborations between the Algorithms Group and multidisciplinary engineering teams within Starkey to translate breakthrough ideas into commercial products and contribute to patents and technologies that improve the lives of millions worldwide. Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. Our teams come to work each day focused on ensuring people everywhere have the products and services they need to hear better and live better. Founded in 1967 by Bill Austin, Starkey is known for our cutting-edge hearing health innovations, industry-leading research and development, and not being afraid to push the edge of what’s possible. We are headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, have over 5,000 employees in 29 facilities across the globe, and do business in more than 100 markets worldwide. Watch this video to see more of what sets Starkey apart: https://youtu.be/9cUYwTlCepg?si=wkovx8_R_iINfrc6 JOB SUMMARY DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE OF JOB This position is responsible for research and development of signal processing algorithms in ear-level devices and hearing aids as part of the Algorithms group

Requirements

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
A minimum of 5 years of applicable experience is required for candidates with a master’s degree
Advanced knowledge of digital signal processing and its applications required
Knowledge of audio signal processing required
Proficiency in Matlab, Python and C/C++ required
Good verbal and written communication skills required
Good interpersonal skills are required
Technical leadership required
Proficiency in numerical reasoning and analysis required
Proficiency in troubleshooting required
Attention to details required

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of hearing aid desirable
Knowledge of cochlear implant desirable
Knowledge of psychoacoustics desirable
Knowledge of acoustics desirable
Background in real-time signal processing desirable

Responsibilities

Research digital signal processing algorithms for hearing aids
Propose the research project plan
Review the existing literature, competitive products, and patents
Propose a set of algorithm candidates
Prototype the algorithm candidates using simulation and/or various research platforms
Evaluate the algorithm candidates based on a combination of laboratory evaluation, field evaluation and benchmarking
Select the final algorithm
Generate the research report
Actively work with product development groups to bring the research results to products
Coordinate with the product development groups to transfer the research results to products
Provide input to the firmware requirements definition
Work with the DSP technology engineers to identify and make the design tradeoffs
Provide technical support to the clinical validation effort
Providing technical training to product development group members
Provide technical leadership in various research and development activities
Demonstrate technical expertise in one or more major signal processing algorithms
Serve as a principal investigator for one or more research projects
Provide technical consultation to junior engineers
Actively monitor, identify, and propose new research and development opportunities
Work with the management to maintain and enhance the group dynamics and processes
Participate in and contribute to general DSP research and development activities
Participate in and contribute to the relevant professional conferences
Participate in and contribute to the DSP Journal Seminar
Participate in and contribute to the competitive analysis efforts
Participate in and contribute to the benchmarking efforts
Participate in and contribute to the intellectual property related activities, such as patents