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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$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to support sales with technical testing and process validation. Conduct evaluations, prepare reports, and collaborate on optimized solutions while ensuring lab safety and cleanline...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Join our team to advance RF systems in electronic warfare. You will leverage your engineering expertise for R&D projects, collaborating with defense stakeholders to propose innovative RF technologies...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $130K *

Contribute to the development of advanced EO/IR modeling and algorithms, supporting simulation and performance analysis for cutting-edge launch vehicle systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining our team to develop and validate EO/IR models and algorithms, supporting cutting-edge simulation tools for performance analysis in a collaborative environment focused on in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Shape the future of aerospace by developing advanced signal processing algorithms for FPGA and ASIC systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and optimize solutions, ensuring high p...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $182K *

Innovate with us to advance signal processing technologies for airborne radar systems. Collaborate on algorithm design, data analysis, and experimental execution, leveraging unique resources to tackle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $200K *

Elevate your career by designing cutting-edge satellite radar systems. Collaborate across disciplines to develop RF requirements and transform raw data into actionable insights, ensuring all-weather...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $155K *

Discover your potential by validating and testing RF systems, optimizing transceivers, troubleshooting issues, and contributing to groundbreaking wireless technologies in a dynamic team environment. E...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$77K - $96K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of electronic warfare, conducting vital research and analysis to enhance military capabilities. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative solutions for next-ge...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $99K *

Transform product concepts into mass production solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Leverage your expertise in analog circuits and software development to evaluate and debug device...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $202K *

Join as a technical leader specializing in electro-optical infrared modeling, leading the development of image processing algorithms and high-fidelity simulations in a team-oriented environment focuse...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of embedded technologies by designing and implementing innovative software solutions, optimizing Linux systems, and enhancing application performance for advanced products. Collaborat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Explore your career by designing and implementing embedded Linux systems. This role involves developing high-quality application software, managing tools, and ensuring systematic verification for adva...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing advanced embedded systems while developing high-quality applications and infrastructure in a collaborative environment, driving innovation and supporting...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Drive the development and deployment of advanced machine learning algorithms for autonomous driving systems, focusing on perception, localization, and planning. Collaborate across teams to enhance saf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $200K *

Redefine the future of space technology as a Senior FPGA Engineer, driving the design and integration of high-performance digital logic for advanced communication systems. Collaborate with cross-funct...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to innovative firmware development for advanced in-line hardware, turning user needs into actionable product features while collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring high-quali...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing high-speed data converters, overseeing the full design cycle from architecture to validation in advanced FinFET nodes, ensuring top-tier performance for next-gen HPC and A...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $183K *

Elevate your career by validating cutting-edge RISC-V processor architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure correct operation of hardware and software in safety-critical control s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $103K *

Help us enhance semiconductor reliability by developing and validating stress hardware. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to deliver robust solutions across diverse technologies, ensuring qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $103K *

Drive continuous improvement in Reliability Operations, integrating advanced technologies while ensuring on-time product qualification in a collaborative and innovative environment focused on efficien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $200K *

Optimize advanced RF and DSP software solutions for mission-critical systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance algorithms and integrate technologies, ensuring high-performance signa...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading embedded software for sensors. Drive technical excellence, manage a talented engineering team, and ensure reliable deployment in real-world conditions whil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $180K *

Drive the design and operational success of power plant facilities, serving as the primary expert in power generation. Collaborate across teams to ensure project specifications are met and optimize el...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of intelligent sensing systems by driving global product marketing initiatives for innovative mmWave radar solutions in diverse industrial markets, leveraging customer insights an...

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  •   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.