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Software Engineer - Digital Signal Processing

Florida, United StatesOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Role summary

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) to join their Global DSP Software department. This role involves designing and developing real-time software for DSP algorithms and low-level device drivers for wireless communication products. The engineer will work with cutting-edge processors and tools, participating in the full development lifecycle from requirements gathering to testing. The position is open to entry-level candidates and fresh graduates with a BS or MS in Electrical & Communications Engineering with a DSP/Digital Communications focus. Experience with C/C++, embedded systems, and RTOS is preferred.

## Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

## Department Overview

The Global Digital Signal Processing Software department is responsible for architecting, designing and developing real-time software for digital communications and audio for Motorola Solutions worldwide portfolio two-way radio products.
The team is responsible for delivering Audio and RF Signal Processing Software and has ownership of all Applications Processor DSP subsystems, including Audio Management.

## Job Description

  • Design and develop cutting edge real-time software for DSP algorithms and Low Level device drivers to be used in wireless products.
  • Work in a global environment – teams in 3 continents – to develop software algorithms that will be used in all Motorola public safety wireless products globally.
  • Work on cutting edge real time processors and use new software tools to develop real-time software.
  • Development phases include requirements capture, design, implementation and test. These phases will be conducted with mature software development processes. Specific responsibilities are listed below:
  • Assist technical leaders in gathering requirements for features from multiple product teams.
  • Develop and/or implement DSP algorithms for wireless protocols.
  • Design and develop fixed point DSP software on various target processors.
  • Design and implement optimization techniques for improving algorithm performance.
  • Tune algorithms to meet strict real-time performance requirements.
  • Optimize memory usage of algorithms.
  • Design and implement device driver and peripheral drivers to meet strict protocol timing requirements
  • Strong ability and enthusiasm to learn new technologies in a short time
  • Able to work effectively in a distributed team environment
  • Entry Level Position, fresh graduates may apply

Desired Skills

  • Exposure to DSP and low level software development on embedded targets.
  • C, C++ and Software engineering
  • Operating Systems exposure (academic or otherwise) is desirable.
  • Academic grounding in DSP and Digital communications.
  • Assembly language programming experience on any embedded target is desirable.
  • Ability to work well in teams is necessary.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

### Additional Requirements

  • Experience with Qualcomm Audio & aDSP solutions.
  • Experience working with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
  • Experience with DSP or ARM-based microprocessor architectures.
  • Experience with wireless device to device communication standards (Bluetooth, BLE, NFC, WiFi, ProSe) is a plus.
  • Experience/knowledge in software development tools (e.g. GIT, JIRA…), testing, process (Agile, Kanban) and configuration management.

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## Basic Requirements

  • BS or MS in Electrical & Communications Engineering with a focus on DSP/Digital Communications

## Travel Requirements

Under 10%

## Relocation Provided

None

## Position Type

Experienced

## Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave
  • and more!

*EEO Statement*

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

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