Location:

Palo Alto, California

About the job you're considering:

We are looking for a Senior DSP & Audio Embedded Software Engineer to support the bring-up, integration, and validation of the DSP and Safety Processor subsystems on the iRDK platform. In this role, you will contribute to enabling real-time audio functionality, driving DSP platform integration, and ensuring compliance with performance and safety requirements. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams and technology partners to deliver robust and production-ready embedded solutions.

Your Role:

• Support bring-up and integration activities for the DSP subsystem and Safety Processor on the iRDK platform.
• Own the real-time audio pipeline, including codec integration, Audio HAL enablement, latency characterization, and performance validation.
• Integrate and validate safety-critical subsystems, including lockstep processing, safety monitors, and fault detection mechanisms.
• Collaborate with DSP firmware teams, tools support teams, and technology partners to resolve technical challenges.
• Debug and resolve hardware/software integration issues impacting audio, DSP, and safety subsystem performance.
• Validate real-time system performance and audio quality against Ok2Book and program acceptance criteria.
• Work closely with hardware, software, systems, and validation teams to support platform integration and product readiness.
• Participate in board bring-up activities, subsystem enablement, and system-level debugging efforts.
• Document DSP, audio, and safety subsystem status and readiness for program reviews and milestones.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of embedded software development and validation processes.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of embedded software development experience, including 5+ years working with TI DSP platforms (C7xxx, C66x, or equivalent).
• Strong expertise in real-time operating systems such as TI SYS/BIOS, FreeRTOS, or equivalent RTOS environments.
• Hands-on experience with audio subsystem bring-up, including ALSA, Audio HAL, codec integration, I2S, and SoundWire technologies.
• Experience with safety-critical embedded systems, including lockstep architectures, safety self-test libraries, and FTTI analysis/modeling.
• Strong C/C++ development skills in both bare-metal and RTOS-based environments.
• Experience with TI Code Composer Studio and DSP development toolchains.
• Proven hardware debugging expertise using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, and related diagnostic tools.
• Experience with board bring-up, subsystem enablement, and hardware/software integration activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in complex embedded environments.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is:$73,150- $174,000

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The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

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It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini's discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.