Associate Staff Engineer, Embedded Audio Software

Shure Incorporated

. Lead embedded software architecture, development, optimization, and maintenance for real-time DSP and machine learning solutions .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeNiles • Illinois • United StatesMid-Level💰 $129,700 - $207,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in embedded software architecture and development, particularly for real-time DSP and machine learning solutions. Proficient in leading technical projects, mentoring engineers, and optimizing software for embedded Linux platforms.

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Embedded Software ArchitectureC++ Software DevelopmentReal-Time Embedded SystemsMachine Learning IntegrationMulti-Core ARM Platforms

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Hard Skills

Software ArchitectureObject-Oriented DesignMulti-Threaded Software DevelopmentCommunication Protocol DesignAutomated TestingContinuous IntegrationCode Review ProcessesDSP Algorithm IntegrationModel OptimizationReal-Time Audio Processing

Soft Skills

MentoringProject PlanningRisk ManagementCollaborationTroubleshooting

Tools & Technologies

Embedded LinuxInference FrameworksAutomation FrameworksData InfrastructureCloud-Based Development Workflows

Industry Keywords

Audio EngineeringMachine Learning EngineeringEmbedded SystemsReal-Time ProcessingProfessional Audio Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudLinuxC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead embedded software architecture, development, optimization, and maintenance for real-time DSP and machine learning solutions
Lead software project planning and execution, including scope, effort estimates, risk management, and milestone delivery
Perform troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and resolution of complex software, embedded system, performance, and integration issues
Mentor junior engineers in software architecture, design patterns, embedded systems, and engineering best practices
Partner with DSP and ML engineers to integrate audio algorithms and models into embedded processing pipelines
Develop deployment, configuration, control, and monitoring infrastructure, and assist with inference optimization and model lifecycle strategies
Collaborate with research, data, and engineering enablement teams to develop tools, infrastructure, and workflows that accelerate development and validation
Translate product requirements, customer needs, and system constraints into software architectures and implementation strategies with product teams
Develop real-time embedded Linux application software on multi-core ARM platforms, including multi-threaded architectures, control logic, communication frameworks, and interfaces connecting DSP, ML, hardware, networking, and user-facing applications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with a minimum of 8 years of professional experience
6 years of professional experience with a Master's degree
3 years of professional experience with a PhD
Strong C++ software development skills, including object-oriented design, software architecture, and development of scalable, maintainable software systems
Extensive experience with software architecture and system design for large-scale or complex embedded applications
Strong understanding of real-time embedded system constraints, memory usage, CPU utilization, synchronization, and meeting processing deadlines
Extensive experience with modern software engineering practices, including source control, automated testing, continuous integration, and code review processes
Experience developing software for Linux-based embedded platforms
Experience leading technical efforts, mentoring other engineers, and providing architectural direction
Experience developing and optimizing multi-threaded software on embedded Linux systems, including multi-core ARM platforms
Experience designing communication protocols, control frameworks, inter-process communication mechanisms, or distributed software systems
Experience building software tools, automation frameworks, validation infrastructure, or data-centric applications
Familiarity with real-time audio processing pipelines and low-latency software architectures
Experience integrating DSP algorithms and machine learning models into embedded products
Experience with machine learning deployment technologies, model optimization, inference frameworks, or production ML systems
Experience with cloud-based development workflows, data infrastructure, or machine learning engineering practices
Interest, education, or experience in audio engineering, audio production, music technology, or professional audio systems
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Shure will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare
Mental health plans
Retirement savings plans
Generous paid time off programs
Employee discounts
Professional development opportunities
Work-life balance initiatives
Employee recognition programs
Volunteering/community involvement opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Associate-first culture
Incentive pay program based on individual and Company performance