Associate Engineer: Embedded Audio Software

About the role

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and deploy embedded software and device drivers for ADI audio ICs.
• Implement, test, and debug audio software and firmware on embedded platforms.
• Auxiliary with audio system integration and bring-up on Linux, Windows, Android, and embedded platforms.
• Create automated tests, validation frameworks, and audio test procedures.
• Investigate and resolve software and system issues with guidance from senior engineers.
• Collaborate with hardware, DSP, systems, applications, and customer engineering teams to deliver high-quality audio solutions.
• Utilize modern software development practices, including source control, code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration workflows.
• Leverage AI-assisted engineering tools (such as Claude, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, and similar coding agents) to accelerate software development, debugging, test generation, documentation, and code reviews while applying sound engineering judgment and verification practices.
• Continuously learn new technologies and contribute to improving development processes and engineering productivity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• New college grads are welcome to apply.
• Experience in embedded software, firmware, or audio software development through academic projects, internships, research, or industry experience.
• Programming experience in C/C++ and Python.
• Familiarity with software development tools and workflows, including Git and modern IDEs.
• Basic understanding of embedded systems, operating systems, or computer architecture.
• Interest in using AI-assisted software development tools to improve engineering productivity.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Embedded Linux or RTOS development.
• ALSA audio drivers.
• Digital Signal Processing (DSP).
• Android Audio Framework.
• GUI application development.
• Audio interfaces such as I2S, TDM, USB Audio, PDM, or PCMA.
• Automated testing and CI/CD environments.
• Git, GitHub, GitLab, or other version control systems.
• AI-assisted software development workflows, prompt engineering, agentic coding tools, or automated code generation and validation techniques.
• Audio tuning, acoustic measurement, or audio signal analysis tools.

What You'll Learn

• Embedded audio software architecture and development.
• Modern DSP and audio processing technologies.
• Hardware/software system integration.
• Professional software engineering and code review practices.
• Effective and responsible use of AI-assisted engineering tools in real-world product development.
• Cross-functional product development in a collaborative engineering environment.

Recommended AI Competency Requirement

Demonstrated ability to utilize AI-assisted software development tools to accelerate coding, debugging, testing, and documentation while maintaining high standards for code quality, correctness, security, and engineering judgment.

Job Req Type

Experienced

Required Travel

Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type

1st Shift/Days

Expected Wage Range

$82,787 to $113,857

Discretionary Performance-Based Bonus

This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.

Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental coverage.
• 401k.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Other benefits.