FW: Job Available: Audio DSP Algorithm Developer (Scott Pennock )


Subject: FW: Job Available: Audio DSP Algorithm Developer
From:    Scott Pennock  <SPennock@xxxxxxxx>
Date:    Fri, 30 Jul 2010 09:12:40 -0400
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Dear List, Forwarding on behalf of a colleague who was having trouble sending the attached message to the list. Best regards, Scott Pennock -----Original Message----- From: Shree Paranjpe Sent: Wednesday, July 28, 2010 5:48 PM To: AUDITORY@xxxxxxxx Subject: Job Available: Audio DSP Algorithm Developer Dear List -- our Vancouver team has a job opening for an Audio DSP Algorithm Developer. If you, or someone you know, might be interested, see the job description below. Please note that resumes should be sent to qnxresumes@xxxxxxxx, and not directly to me. Cheers, -- Shree ------------- VACANCY: Software Developer (Full-time, Permanent) SPECIALTY: Audio DSP DATE POSTED: June 2010 LOCATION: Vancouver, BC Would you like to create new and exciting technologies? Do you have a background in audio signal processing and experience in embedded software development? Then we're interested in hearing from you. QNX Software Systems Co., (recently acquired by Research In Motion RIM from Harman International) is looking for someone to join the Vancouver team as a full-time Software Developer for audio/DSP algorithms. Our team is a leader in providing software that enhances speech in noisy, real world environments such as the automobile or conference room. You must be comfortable wearing many hats and able to work in a changing environment. Your projects will be dynamic and interesting, appropriately based on your skill level, and aligned with company goals and priorities. As you gain experience with our technologies and market space, we anticipate you will take on new responsibilities. Your position will primarily focus on: * Research and development of new algorithms (using Matlab and/or C/C++) including filing invention reports, disclosures, and possibly patent applications * Algorithm implementation, performance analysis, porting to fixed-point arithmetic and optimization * Maintenance and extension of existing code using C/C++ and C# * Testing and automated test development * Objective and subjective quality improvements * Subjective testing, listening and recording Education & Must Have Skills: * Minimum Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or equivalent. * Strong background in audio signal processing and/or acoustics * 5 years or more experience in software development using C / C++, with embedded experience an asset. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * High degree of motivation and ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Additional Assets: * Experience with Matlab, MathCad, or other mathematical modeling packages * Experience in fixed-point arithmetic and ability to efficiently convert/port algorithms from floating point to fixed-point. * Experience programming Windows based GUIs. * Experience with multi-threaded applications. * Development of a commercially released embedded-systems product. * Experience with critical audio listening. * Experience with CVS, SVN, or other version control system. If you're interested in the rewards of working in a team-oriented work atmosphere with state of the art technologies, challenging projects and the brightest people in the field, then we'd like to meet you! Please send your detailed resume and cover letter to qnxresumes@xxxxxxxx We thank all applicants in advance for taking the time to express interest in working for our company. Due to the volume of applicants, we will only be able to respond personally to those candidates selected for an interview.


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