Audio and Acoustics Engineering Technologist

From applied research to advanced engineering, the Engineering Technologist team has the expertise to shape ground-breaking products, materials, and processes. It’s a fascinating field of work. We’re involved in assessing the competition, developing technology and product strategies, and generating intellectual property. We lead technology investigations, analyze industry capabilities, and recommend potential acquisitions or vendor partner opportunities. Our insights influence product architecture and definitions. And we work with colleagues across the business to ensure our products always lead the way.

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as an Audio and Acoustics Engineering Technologist on our Chief Technologist Officer (CTO) Team in Austin, Texas.

What you’ll achieve

As an Audio and Acoustics Engineering Technologist, you'll be responsible for driving the audio strategy and incubating new experiences for Dell’s PC portfolio. You will work with CTO peers, strategists, and product marketing on shaping the future of audio and acoustics technology in the modern AI PC era.

You will:

Define audio architecture and system design to deliver innovative audio solutions
Influence audio ecosystem suppliers' R&D investments and product plans to support Dell’s audio strategy
Drive industry-relevant standards that enable your audio strategy as well as define strategies and capabilities to reduce and manage system-level acoustics
Create and implement sound effects, ambient sounds and audio enhancements for PC applications
Collaborate with marketing, engineering and external suppliers to define, demonstrate and deliver innovative audio solutions as well as contribute technically through innovation and intellectual property generation

Take the first step towards your dream career

Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here’s what we are looking for with this role:

Essential Requirements:

Minimum of 15 years of experience in audio engineering, acoustics and sound design with proven ability to influence internal and external stakeholders to drive strategic outcomes and align cross-functional teams
Strong understanding of PC audio systems, signal processing and acoustic principles as well as excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills with a collaborative mindset
Talent Development & Leadership--ability to build, mentor and scale internal technical communities in audio and acoustics, ensuring Dell sustains world-class expertise and a pipeline of future technologists
Innovation & Intellectual Property--generate intellectual property in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) algorithms, transducer integration and immersive audio architectures, positioning Dell as an industry leader in patents and publications within audio and acoustics

Desirable Requirements:

Master’s degree in Audio Engineering, Acoustics or a related field
Experience with 3D audio and immersive sound technologies

Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $229,500 - $297,000.

Benefits and Perks of working at Dell Technologies

Your life. Your health. Supported by your benefits. You can explore the overall benefits experience that awaits you as a Dell Technologies team member — right now at MyWellatDell.com.

Who we are

We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That’s why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we’re looking for you.

Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Join us to build a future that works for everyone because Progress Takes All of Us.

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Job ID:R269126

Audio and Acoustics Technologist