Sr. Infotainment / Audio DSP Developer

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Operations Manager @Hashlist | Global Automotive Tech Recruitment | Technical Sourcer | Recruitment Coordinator | Talent Acquisition | DEI

We are looking for an IVI‑expert with experience in infotainment, audio, and DSP.

Type: Direct employment / permanent

Work mode & location: Onsite at least 3 days/week in Poissy, France

Core Skills

• Strong skills in C/C++/Java/Python
• Strong with Audio Frameworks, codecs, DSPs (Qualcomm Hexagon DSP, Audio Weaver), and tuning and debugging tools.
• Hands‑on experience with IVI platforms (e.g., Android Automotive, QNX Hypervisor, AGL).
• Integrate third‑party audio middleware (e.g., Dolby, etc.) and compliance with automotive standards.
• Experience in Audio System Architecture and Design reviews.
• Strong knowledge on Automotive SOCs and Microcontrollers.
• Debug complex issues in the audio stack spanning from HAL, drivers, middleware, to user‑space applications.
• Experience with communication interfaces like Ethernet, UART, SPI, USB
• Experience with CAN, SOMEIP, AVB, or A2B communication protocols is a plus.
• Knowledge on optimizing audio latency, synchronization, and performance for multi‑zone and multi‑source playback scenarios.
• Support certification, compliance, and end‑of‑line (EOL) testing processes related to audio.

Requirements

• Strong debugging skills using tools like GDB, strace, logs, and oscilloscopes/analyzers.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with SCM tools such as Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, JIRA, RTC.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and software development life cycles (SDLC).
• Knowledge on 3rd‑party SW integration in multi‑party supplier eco‑system.
• Experience with premium branded audio system integration (e.g., Alpine, Harman etc.).
• Experience with Voice Assistant Technologies (Alexa, Google, GSA, WuW).
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 or ASPICE‑compliant development environments.

Responsibilities

• Architect and Design of Automotive Audio Sub‑Systems for IVI and Cluster features, including Media, Telephony, Navigation Prompts, Voice Assistants, and Projection modes (CarPlay, Android Auto).
• Define and implement end‑to‑end audio signal chains and processing flows for pre/post‑processing modules.
• Develop and optimise Audio HAL/PAL layers using AIDL, and interface with Android and Vera OS Audio Frameworks.
• Design and develop low‑level audio drivers for DSPs (Qualcomm Hexagon, AWE), ARM processors, and external audio peripherals.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (System Architects, DSP Engineers, Hardware Engineers, and Platform Teams) for feature definition, design, validation, and integration.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering or related degree field.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant Software Design and Development life cycle, including a minimum of 8 years in one of the below Software domains (In‑Vehicle‑Infotainment, Audio, Android AOSP, Audio DSP).
• Strong proficiency in Linux/Android audio stack (Audio HAL, ALSA, Android Audio).
• Strong experience with Audio Frameworks, codecs, Audio DSP (Qualcomm Hexagon DSP, DSP‑C Audio Weaver, NXP, SigmaDSP).
• Hands‑on experience with IVI platforms (e.g., Android Automotive, QNX Hypervisor, AGL).
• Proven experience in integrating third‑party audio/voice application (e.g., Dolby, Voice Assistance etc.).
• Debug complex issues in the audio stack spanning from HAL, drivers, middleware, to user‑space applications.
• Experience with communication interfaces and protocols like Ethernet, UART, SPI, USB, CAN, SOMEIP, and A2B.
• Experience in support certification, compliance, and end‑of‑line (EOL) testing processes in vehicle.
• Exceptional problem‑solving, communication (oral/written), and accountability skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Automotive OEM or Tier‑1 in In‑Vehicle‑Infotainment Audio.
• Experience in Architect and Design of Automotive Audio Sub‑Systems for IVI and Cluster features, including Media, Telephony, Navigation Prompts, Voice Assistants, and Projection modes (CarPlay, Android Auto).
• Experience with SCM tools such as Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, JIRA, RTC.
• Experience on 3rd‑party SW component integration in multi‑party supplier eco‑system.
• Experience in defining and implementing end‑to‑end audio signal chains and processing flows for pre/post‑processing modules in DSP.
• Strong understanding of Agile Methodologies and software development practices.

Next Steps

• Press “Apply”
• We will review your application
• If qualified, you will be accepted into the network and can be considered for this and similar positions & projects

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Manufacturing

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