Audio Systems Engineer
Sunnyvale, CA • Full Time
Meta
AR/VR
Design & User Experience
Engineering
Hardware
The Wearables Audio Technology Team (WATT) is looking for an experienced Audio System Engineer to develop and deliver the next generation of Meta devices. As an Audio System Engineer, you will collaborate with domain experts, influence WATT Audio and cross-functional hardware teams, driving audio integration of subsystems into the product. You will deliver audio systems for consumer electronics, taking on proof-of-concepts, device level integration, product development influence, root-cause analysis, and logical design improvements leading to production readiness.
Our approach demands demonstrated experience using data to drive development process, combining objective measurements with perceptual audio evaluation to guide trade-offs with a focus on customer experience. The team is seeking an effective communicator, who can represent WATT with cross-functional hardware teams while relating customer experience with quantitative and qualitative data. We take a hard stance on audio experience and build quality for Meta products, thus high quality presentation of audio data to other functions is critical to ensure successful audio experiences. A successful Audio System Engineer will drive engineering success by collaborating with domain experts and owning the system-level performance outcomes.
Audio Systems Engineer Responsibilities
- Own project audio integration as primary cross-functional interface for Product Design, Industrial , Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Test Engineering, etc
- Define, own, and champion system level performance targets
- Drive and influence holistic audio system design across Render, Capture, and Audio Electrical engineering
- Collaboration with WATT and external specialized functional teams
- Develop Proof of Concept Hardware demos to establish performance, gaining cross functional partner and leadership buy-in
- Collaborative development of new audio technologies
- System level test requirement specification
- Support build activities in collaboration with APAC counterparts
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Acoustics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical field or equivalent practical experience
- 6+ years of experience focused around audio design, testing and failure analysis
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of product level audio system development, building technology Proof Of Concepts, product design and development, testing, Failure Analysis and Corrective Action (FACA), and production readiness
- Acoustic Simulation (Lumped, Boundary, and Finite Element) for acoustic, magnetic, and/or multi physics
- Experience using MATLAB (design, testing, algorithm prototyping)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s or PhD in Acoustics or Physics
- Experience with algorithm prototyping (Max MSP, MATLAB, etc) and 3D modeling (Nx, SolidWorks, etc)
- Experience with transducer design (speakers, microphone, MEM's, etc) and acoustic test development (lab and factory)
- Highly effective presentation skills
- Experience working collaboratively with different teams and key stakeholders
- Experience in consumer electronics and system-level hardware design
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About Meta
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
$139,000/year to $200,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
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Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations) in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, fill out the Accommodations request form .