Sr DSP Engineer

Company Overview:

Xalten Systems, a forward-thinking technology company, is seeking a Senior DSP Engineer to join our team. We specialise in developing cutting-edge solutions that address complex challenges across various industries and the defence sector. Our focus lies in creating groundbreaking products in the domains of robotics, embedded systems, sensors, and sensor networks.

Job Summary:

We seek an experienced and innovative DSP Engineer to lead the development and validation of groundbreaking signal processing algorithms for our advanced sensor systems. You will play a critical role in translating complex algorithms into efficient, real-time implementations for microcontrollers and FPGAs. Your passion for signal processing, along with your hands-on experience, will make you an indispensable asset to our team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Algorithm Design and Development:

• Design and develop advanced signal processing algorithms for applications in areas such as audio processing, echo processing, noise reduction, beamforming.

• Research and evaluate state-of-the-art signal processing techniques to continually improve system performance.

• Embedded Implementation:

• Optimise and implement signal processing algorithms for real-time operation within resource-constrained environments (microcontrollers, FPGAs).

• Ensure code efficiency, robustness, and maintainability while meeting strict performance requirements.

• Field Validation:

• Collaborate with the team to design and execute field trials for testing and validating the performance of signal processing algorithms in real-world scenarios.

• Analyse and interpret field data to drive algorithm improvements and system optimizations.

• Prototyping and Scripting:

• Create rapid prototypes and simulations in Python to explore algorithm concepts and evaluate feasibility.

• Proficiently utilise Python modules for scientific computing (NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, etc.).

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with a specialisation in Digital Signal Processing. (Ph.D. preferred). Candidates with a B.Tech and a proven track record of success in signal processing projects are also encouraged to apply.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in DSP algorithm design and development.

• Mathematical Foundations: Strong understanding of signal processing principles, including Fourier analysis, filter design, time-frequency analysis, adaptive filtering, statistical signal processing.

• Embedded Systems: Expertise in programming embedded systems (microcontrollers, FPGAs) using C/C++, Verilog/VHDL etc.

• Python: Extensive hands-on experience with Python and its scientific computing libraries (NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib).

Highly Desired Skills:

• Acoustic Sensors: Experience in working with acoustic sensors for audio/sound-related applications.

• Communication Systems: Knowledge of DSP principles as applied to digital communication (modulation/demodulation, channel coding, equalisation, etc.).

• Machine Learning: Familiarity with incorporating machine learning techniques into signal processing pipelines.

Personal Attributes:

• Problem Solver: Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to address complex technical challenges.

• Team Player: Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team.

• Self-driven: Passionate about signal processing with the initiative to learn and explore new concepts.

If you are passionate about technology and eager to develop solutions that can make a difference, we would love to hear from you. 

Send your resume and cover letter to careers@xaltensystems.com with Job title in the subject line.