Acoustics Engineer

About the role

Alarm.com is developing the next generation of smart home security products and is seeking an acoustics engineer to join the team. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet high standards in acoustics.

Responsibilities

• Work with mechanical engineers to fit speaker and microphone systems into devices and ensure they are waterproof.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to ensure there are no power or thermal issues.
• Work with firmware engineers to develop acoustic echo cancellers.
• Work with overseas partners to set specifications and limits for factory testing.
• Be Alarm.com’s resident expert in all things acoustics.
• Perform benchmarking and testing as needed to confirm performance of ADC speaker systems and microphones against specs.
• Work with internal stakeholders to set product specifications based on demos.
• Analyze test data from engineering builds to help drive root cause analysis for acoustic issues.
• Drive experiments and DOEs to validate fixes.
• Enable R&D efforts to further Alarm.com’s understanding of full duplex implementation and best in class audio features.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Masters degree in acoustics or related field or equivalent work experience
• 5+ Years in Consumer Electronics: Extensive experience in a consumer electronics environment with a specialization in acoustics.
• MEMS Microphone Expertise: Proficient in designing and testing MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) microphone systems for consumer electronic devices.
• Speaker System Design: Skilled in designing and testing various speaker systems to deliver superior audio quality.
• Waterproofing Techniques: Knowledgeable in implementing waterproofing strategies for both speakers and microphones to ensure reliability and performance in harsh outdoor conditions.
• Demo Design and Setup: Capable of setting up demonstrations for both technical and non-technical audiences to illustrate acoustic principles and design trade-offs.
• Cross-Functional Team Collaboration: Experience working collaboratively with mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineers on multidisciplinary teams.
• Manufacturing Collaboration: Proven track record of working with overseas factories to establish test limits for FATP (Final Assembly Test Process) audio tests, manage part quality, and debug manufacturing issues.
• Test Equipment Specification: Ability to specify appropriate test equipment based on budget constraints and test requirements.
• Fluent in English: Effective communication skills are essential for collaboration and documentation.

Qualifications

• Nice-to-have experience in Vocal Range Audio Experience, Microspeaker Development, Full Duplex System Development, Manufacturing Test Knowledge, and Mandarin.
• Proficiency in SoundCheck software.

Benefits

Alarm.com offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical plans with company subsidies, a Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution, and a 401(k) with an employer match. Paid vacation, holidays, wellness time, and maternity/bonding leave are also provided. Alarm.com is committed to maintaining a collaborative and casual work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.