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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$60K - $148K *

Create and implement advanced DFT solutions for complex SoCs and ASICs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and testability while driving innovation in design and ver...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $148K *

Drive innovation in VLSI design by developing advanced DFT solutions for complex SoCs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturability and testability, ensuring high silicon quali...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $500K *

Lead post-silicon validation efforts for RISC-V SoCs, ensuring smooth bring-up and production readiness by collaborating closely with firmware and software teams while tackling complex silicon debug c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $500K *

Lead the charge in post-silicon validation of cutting-edge RISC-V SoCs with hands-on lab experience. Collaborate across firmware and software teams to drive bring-up and ensure production readiness in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower our engineering team to innovate and excel in product development, fostering collaboration across disciplines to enhance quality and efficiency throughout the product lifecycle, leveraging mec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Transform semiconductor testing by architecting and optimizing SoC test programs for AI compute and inference. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance device validation and...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize advanced SoC devices for AI compute and inference. Collaborate across silicon, software, and customer programs to tackle complex semiconductor test challenges in a hand...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $195K *

Drive front-end digital design for high-performance switch ASICs, translating microarchitecture into efficient RTL while leading execution across verification, synthesis, and physical implementation...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining digital design in high-performance network controllers, utilizing your expertise in front-end circuit design and micro-architecture to drive innovation and deliver qualit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $234K *

Champion the future of semiconductor design by driving end-to-end execution in Physical Design, collaborating across teams to optimize SOC blocks, and ensuring successful project delivery through inno...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $234K *

Lead the charge in driving end-to-end execution of large designs, ensuring all signoff stages are met. Collaborate across teams to optimize methodologies and deliver innovative solutions in the Physic...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead multidisciplinary project teams to deliver complex engineering solutions. Collaborate with clients and mentor staff while ensuring timely project execution and adherence to design standards acros...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$49K - $290K *

Innovate advanced AI/ML models to enhance projects across various domains, including NLP and computer vision, while collaborating on cloud solutions and engineering initiatives, ensuring optimal perfo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead technical initiatives in Physical AI and robotics, driving innovation in next-gen platforms. Collaborate with partners to optimize AI workloads and enhance customer solutions, ensuring seamless i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Shape reliability by design across power electronics products, defining corporate strategies that align engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams to maximize product longevity and minimize life...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's advancing sensor technology by developing innovative signal processing and algorithms. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance product performance while leading the design of new...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion robust security compliance by leading SOC 2 assurance programs, managing audits, and collaborating across teams to enhance control environments and ensure continuous compliance with industry...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $160K *

Lead innovative projects in spacecraft development, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance and deliver exceptional space vehicles while ensuring compliance with custo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $275K *

Engineers at the forefront of RF technology will define comprehensive communication strategies for spacecraft. Lead a team, drive innovation, and represent cutting-edge advancements in RF systems, ens...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $275K *

Join a team that architects advanced RF communication systems for space, driving innovation and shaping strategic technical decisions. Lead talent development and represent cutting-edge capabilities i...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Help us enhance submarine systems through EMC and ESD control expertise. You'll analyze electromagnetic compatibility and implement requirements, ensuring robust performance and compliance in complex...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation at a dynamic tech company by leading software engineering efforts. Collaborate across global teams, mentor talent, and deliver high-quality solutions while influencing architectural d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex electrical engineering projects for battery energy storage systems. Oversee design, manage budgets, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely delivery and adherence to clien...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of energy innovation, managing BESS projects, overseeing electrical designs, and guiding a talented team of engineers while ensuring project budgets and timelines a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical design for battery energy storage systems. Manage multi-disciplinary teams in delivering innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.