Signal Processing Engineer Jobs

Signal Processing Engineers develop algorithms and systems that analyze, transform, and interpret data from signals such as audio, images, radar, communications, and sensors. Explore vetted professional opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Signal Processing Engineers Do

These engineers apply mathematics, statistics, and software engineering to improve how systems capture and use information. Depending on the role, they may design digital filters, build signal-analysis algorithms, process sensor data, or optimize real-time systems for performance and reliability.

Common Specialties and Industries

Signal processing professionals work across telecommunications, aerospace and defense, robotics, medical devices, consumer electronics, automotive technology, and media. Specialties may include digital signal processing (DSP), audio and speech, radar and sonar, wireless communications, computer vision, and biomedical signals.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied mathematics, or a related field. Useful skills include DSP fundamentals, algorithm development, MATLAB or Python, C or C++, statistical analysis, and experience with embedded systems or hardware platforms. Requirements vary by position and industry.

Find Signal Processing Engineer Opportunities

Browse Signal Processing Engineer openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by specialty, industry, location, and experience level to find a position aligned with your technical background and career goals.

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$110K - $180K *

Shape the future of high-speed systems by resolving signal integrity challenges in complex PCB designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and reliability while driving inn...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $190K *

Champion the design and validation of high-speed digital systems, ensuring optimal signal integrity and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability and drive in...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $180K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on high-speed connectivity solutions. Collaborate across engineering and manufacturing to enhance product performance through advanced signal integri...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to testing O-RAN DU software and hardware, ensuring compliance and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate functionality and contribute to continu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $160K *

Take ownership of manufacturing processes for space electronics, ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and quality while p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$162K - $195K *

Join a team that spearheads innovation in digital and mixed-signal IC design, shaping next-gen beamformer ICs. You'll be integral in developing robust control and monitoring systems, collaborating acr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team developing cutting-edge software for autonomous systems. Collaborate across disciplines to transition prototypes to production, ensuring robust performance in real...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Advance model training by designing workflows, environments, and evaluation systems. Collaborate with AI labs to create meaningful tasks and improve data quality, ensuring robust training signals and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $130K *

Innovate complete electrical systems for automated packaging lines, ensuring design accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance system integration and drive design improvements in a dyn...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$129K - $193K *

Transform the future of radar technology by developing advanced signal and image processing techniques. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance SAR data applications and lead innovative projects th...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $280K *

Design and develop embedded software for advanced actuators and control systems, ensuring reliable operation in demanding environments. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance and safety in ae...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $158K *

Advance your career by developing innovative high-frequency power electronics for subsea communication systems. Collaborate with a cross-functional team to create efficient, high-voltage power supplie...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $185K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge embedded systems for audio products. Collaborate cross-functionally to design, optimize, and implement innovative solutions, ensuring high performance and re...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$83K - $106K *

Join a team that's redefining the audio experience as an ML Engineer Co-op. Work on cutting-edge projects powered by deep learning, collaborating across teams to build innovative audio solutions for w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $250K *

Lead the charge in designing complex analog/mixed-signal layouts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure performance and integration excellence, while mentoring junior engineers and drivi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Advance your career by leading analog layout design for cutting-edge mixed-signal IPs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive first-pass silicon success while mentoring junior engineers in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design of advanced analog/mixed-signal layouts, driving critical block development while mentoring teams and collaborating across disciplines to ensure high-quality, first-pass silicon succes...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead the creation of autonomous systems that enable AI agents to develop production-grade software while ensuring correctness, scalability, and reliability across various applications in a global cont...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer experiences by leveraging technical expertise to troubleshoot and enhance product performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and ensure seaml...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $275K *

Lead transformative AI initiatives by partnering with business leaders to identify opportunities and develop high-impact solutions. Combine technical expertise with business insights to drive producti...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $275K *

Empower business transformation by designing and deploying innovative AI solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive productivity improvements, architect scalable platforms, and define success m...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $240K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver cutting-edge RF systems engineering expertise for advanced satellite communication solutions, supporting mission-critical applications in the Government Intelligence Com...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Innovate by owning the full product lifecycle, from concept to delivery. Collaborate with customers to shape impactful solutions for leading companies, leveraging a modern tech stack to drive quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $249K *

Engineer advanced digital communication and navigation systems, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to develop prototypes and algorithms. Collaborate with teams to solve complex challenges in signal...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of wireless connectivity by designing RFICs for SoCs. Collaborate on specifications, conduct feasibility studies, and drive designs from concept to mass production, ensuring optimal p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Signal Processing Engineer do?question toggle

    A Signal Processing Engineer develops algorithms and systems to analyze and transform signals, including audio, images, communications, radar, and sensor data. The work may involve filtering, feature extraction, real-time processing, and system performance optimization.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Signal Processing Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied mathematics, or a related discipline. Employers may also look for DSP knowledge, programming experience in MATLAB, Python, or C++, and familiarity with relevant hardware or industry applications.

  • Which industries hire Signal Processing Engineers?question toggle

    Common employers operate in telecommunications, aerospace and defense, robotics, medical technology, automotive, consumer electronics, and media. Specific opportunities depend on the engineer’s technical specialty and experience.

  • What skills are valuable for Signal Processing Engineers?question toggle

    Valuable skills include digital signal processing, algorithm design, mathematical modeling, data analysis, and programming. Experience with embedded systems, wireless communications, audio, imaging, radar, or sensor technologies can also be relevant.

  • Can I find Signal Processing Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more, including opportunities for Signal Processing Engineers. Available roles and compensation vary by employer, location, and qualifications.