Staff Software Engineer - Audio / Open Source
We are partnered with a global leader in semiconductors and wireless technology that is redefining the soundscape of the future. The team are looking to hire a Staff Software Engineer to drive the development of audio frameworks across Linux, Zephyr, and DSP platforms. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of high-performance embedded systems and Open Source contribution.
This is a permanent working opportunity based in Cork, Ireland.
Key responsibilities for this Staff Software Engineer position:
* OS Leadership:
Develop and debug software on ARM architectures running Linux and Zephyr, with a focus on upstreaming to the open-source community.
* Multimedia Frameworks:
Architect and maintain audio stacks using PipeWire and ALSA.
* Hardware Integration:
Drive driver development for audio mixed-signal peripherals, including CODECs, Smart Amps, and Digital Mics.
* Audio Interconnects:
Implement support for standard interfaces such as I2S, TDM, and SoundWire.
Key requirements:
* Experience:
5–8 years in embedded development/debugging on ARM or MCU-based SoCs.
* Open Source Soul:
A passionate contributor or maintainer of projects like PipeWire, ALSA, or the Linux Kernel.
* Tech Stack:
Expert proficiency in C, C++, and Python.
* Embedded Mastery:
Deep understanding of power/performance trade-offs on ARM Linux and DSP platforms.
Keywords:
Audio Software / Embedded Linux / Zephyr / PipeWire / ALSA / ARM / DSP / Open Source / Upstreaming / I2S / SoundWire / Semiconductor / C / C++ / Python / Embedded Software / Semiconductor / Digital Signal Processing
If you are interested in this Staff Software Engineer position, please send a CV to
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