Principal Audio Engineer
Principal Audio Engineer | Mission-Critical Communications | Cambridge
Are you an expert in real-time audio DSP with a passion for building technology that truly matters?
The Oho Group have partnered with an ambitious telecommunications company looking for a Principal Audio Software Engineer to lead the development of advanced audio processing solutions for next-generation handheld mobile radio products used in mission-critical environments worldwide.
This is a senior technical leadership role where you’ll architect and optimise real-time audio algorithms that deliver exceptional voice intelligibility, robustness and reliability in the most demanding conditions.
What you’ll be doing:
- Developing and implementing real-time DSP pipelines
- Leading technical direction and setting engineering standards for audio software
- Collaborating cross-functionally with embedded, hardware, systems and acoustics teams
- Driving performance optimisation for low-latency, resource-constrained platforms
- Supporting innovation, research, and long-term audio technology roadmaps
What we’re looking for:
- 5+ years’ experience in real-time audio software / DSP development
- Strong C/C++ skills in embedded environments
- Deep knowledge of DSP algorithms
- Experience optimising for performance, stability and reliability
- Ability to lead complex technical initiatives end-to-end
If you’re ready to shape life-saving communication tools where audio clarity is paramount, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact.