Research Engineer, Embedded Systems

**Summary:**

Reality Labs (RL) is Meta’s innovation engine for next-generation AR/VR, AI, and wearable technologies. Our Audio team pioneers research and development at the intersection of sound, embedded systems, and human experience—enabling new ways for people to connect, communicate, and collaborate.We are seeking a Research Engineer with expertise in embedded digital signal processing (DSP) to join our Reality Labs Audio team. You will contribute to an ambitious new project focused on AI wearables—advancing Meta’s Superhuman Communication & Connection initiative. This role is ideal for engineers interested in audio, embedded systems, and real-world impact.By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work on breakthrough technologies that redefine how people connect and communicate, collaborate with world-class researchers and engineers in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, and shape the future of AI wearables and superhuman audio experiences.

**Required Skills:**

Research Engineer, Embedded Systems Responsibilities:

1. Design, implement, and optimize DSP algorithms for audio processing on embedded platforms

2. Develop firmware and software for ear buds, hearables, and hearing aid devices

3. Collaborate with research scientists to translate experimental algorithms into robust, real-time embedded solutions

4. Integrate DSP modules with hardware and software stacks for wearable audio devices

5. Conduct performance analysis, debugging, and validation of embedded audio systems

6. Support prototyping and field testing of new features and product concepts

7. Work cross-functionally with hardware, software, ML, and UX teams to deliver end-to-end solutions

8. Document engineering processes and contribute to best practices for embedded audio development

**Minimum Qualifications:**

Minimum Qualifications:

9. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

10. 2+ years of experience in embedded DSP development for audio applications

11. Proficiency in C/C++ and real-time embedded programming

12. Experience with audio signal processing algorithms (e.g., filtering, noise reduction, speech enhancement)

13. Familiarity with embedded hardware platforms and development tools

14. Demonstrated problem-solving and collaboration skills

**Preferred Qualifications:**

Preferred Qualifications:

15. Experience with ear buds, hearables, or hearing aid devices

16. Background in AR/VR, wearable technology, or human-computer interaction

17. Knowledge of Bluetooth audio protocols and low-power embedded design

18. Experience with prototyping and testing audio hardware

**Public Compensation:**

$154,000/year to $217,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

**Industry:** Internet

**Equal Opportunity:**

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