What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract-Embedded Systems / Audio Engineer Job at Rain in New York position at Rain?
RAIN Technology Inc., maker of Orva (the OR voice assistant), is seeking a hybrid engineer with expertise in embedded systems and audio engineering to assist in delivering multi-user prototypes on an estimated one-month project
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Bluetooth device management, Raspberry Pi development, and audio signal processing, including microphone array design and / or implementation. This project involves working across two distinct prototypes to enable multi-user interaction and shared audio input / output in surgical environments.
We are excited to work with a skilled professional to deliver innovative solutions that advance the future of surgical voice assistants!
What You'll Do :
- Advise on, design, and implement hardware / software architecture for Bluetooth management and audio signal processing.
- Partner with existing Orva software engineering and design / product teams around requirements and dependencies.
- Develop and configure a Raspberry Pi and other hardware as needed for multi-user Bluetooth routing and microphone array management.
- Integrate the solution with a device running the Orva Android app.
- Test prototypes for latency, audio quality, and user experience in simulated real-world environments.
- Address technical challenges related to wireless protocols, EMI, and audio clarity.
- Document technical designs and provide recommendations for scaling the solution.
What You'll Bring :
Nice to Have :
Project Scope & Timeline :
We assume this will not be a full-time position but will involve periods of heavy activity and collaboration with the RAIN team, with some breaks in workflow.
Functional prototypes for two scenarios (multi-user Bluetooth headsets connected to a single device; far-field mic array).
Please include examples of projects that demonstrate your expertise in Bluetooth audio management, microphone array design, and embedded systems development.
RAIN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices. All hiring decisions are based on strategic business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. All candidates are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexuality, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected status.
