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Senior Staff Engineer, Audio/Video Signal Processing & Machine Learning

5 days ago Sydney, Australia

Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. At Dolby, science meets art, and high tech means more than computer code. As a member of the Dolby team, you'll see and hear the results of your work everywhere, from movie theaters to smartphones. We continue to revolutionize how people create, deliver, and enjoy entertainment worldwide. To do that, we need the absolute best talent. We're big enough to give you all the resources you need, and small enough so you can make a real difference and earn recognition for your work. We offer a collegial culture and challenging projects.

We're looking for a Senior Staff Engineer to lead the development of next-generation audio and video solutions that combine advanced signal processing, machine learning, and embedded software engineering. Design and implement licensable audio and video technologies across the full development chain - from research and prototyping, through software implementation, to testing and quality assurance - and support internal and external customers.

What You'll Do

  • Invent and prototype new audio and video experiences.
  • Apply classical DSP and machine learning techniques to solve real-world challenges.
  • Take concepts from research through to deployment on consumer devices.
  • Develop high-performance, portable C/C++ software for embedded platforms.
  • Lead system architecture, design reviews, and technical decision-making.
  • Use AI-powered development tools to accelerate innovation and productivity.
  • Drive complex engineering projects and influence technical direction.
  • Mentor engineers and represent Dolby with customers and partners.

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What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 10+ years' experience in DSP, embedded systems, and real-time software development.
  • Deep expertise in DSP fundamentals including filtering, transforms, beamforming, noise reduction, and non-linear processing.
  • Hands-on experience developing and deploying machine learning models on edge devices.
  • Strong C/C++ development skills and understanding of processor architectures.
  • Proven track record leading complex technical projects and delivering production-ready solutions.
  • Experience leveraging generative AI tools to improve engineering productivity.


Equal Employment Opportunity:
Dolby is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our success depends on the combined skills and talents of all our employees. We are committed to making employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, family status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

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Client-provided location(s): Sydney, Australia
Job ID: dolby-41643
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-09-09T21:49:12

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Health Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Profit Sharing
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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