Sr. Audio DSP Developer

Stellantis
Headquarters & Technology Center - Auburn Hills

Automotive
Full-time
Audio DSP Developer
Automotive Audio Systems
IVI Platform Development

Our job summary

The Sr. Audio DSP Developer role involves architecting and developing automotive audio sub-systems, including media, telephony, navigation prompts, and voice assistants on IVI platforms such as Android Automotive and QNX. The position requires expertise in programming languages, audio frameworks, DSPs, and debugging tools, with responsibilities spanning software design, integration of third-party audio middleware, and compliance with automotive standards. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and ensuring performance optimization and certification compliance are key components of this role.

Core Skills:

Strong skills in C/C++/Java/Python
Strong with Audio Frameworks, codecs, DSPs (Qualcomm Hexagon DSP, Audio Weaver), and tuning and Debugging tools.
Hands-on experience with IVI platforms (e.g., Android Automotive, QNX Hypervisor, AGL).
Integrate third-party audio middleware (e.g., Dolby, etc.) and compliance with automotive standards.
Experience in Audio System Architecture and Design reviews.
Strong knowledge on Automotive SOCs and Microcontrollers.
Debug complex issues in the audio stack spanning from HAL, drivers, middleware, to user-space applications.
Experience with communication interfaces like Ethernet, UART, SPI, USB
Experience with CAN, SOME I/P, AVB, or A2B communication protocols is a plus.
Knowledge on optimize audio latency, synchronization, and performance for multi-zone and multi-source playback scenarios.
Support certification, compliance, and end-of-line (EOL) testing processes related to audio.
Strong proficiency in Linux/Android audio stack (Audio HAL, ALSA, PulseAudio, AAudio, AudioFlinger).

Specialization:

Strong debugging skills using tools like GDB, strace, logs, and oscilloscopes/analyzers.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with SCM tools such as: Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, JIRA, RTC
Knowledge of Agile methodologies and software development life cycles (SDLC)
Knowledge on 3rd party SW integration in multi-party supplier eco-system.
Experience with premium branded audio system integration (e.g. Alpine, Harmon etc.).
Experience to Voice Assistant Technologies (Alexa, Google, GSA, WuW).
Familiarity with ISO 26262 or ASPICE-compliant development environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Architect and Design of Automotive Audio Sub-Systems for IVI and Cluster features, including Media, Telephony, Navigation Prompts, Voice Assistants, and Projection modes (CarPlay, Android Auto).
Define and implement end-to-end audio signal chains and processing flows for pre/post-processing modules.
Develop and optimize Audio HAL/PAL layers using AIDL, and interface with Android and Vera OS Audio Frameworks.
Design and develop low-level audio drivers for DSPs (Qualcomm Hexagon. AWE), ARM processors, and external audio peripherals.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (System Architects, DSP Engineers, Hardware Engineers, and Platform Teams) for feature definition, design, validation, and integration.

Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with:

An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

Tuition reimbursement
Student loan refinancing programs
18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

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