About the role#
As an Embedded Audio ML Engineer Co-op, you will work on deploying and optimizing deep learning algorithms for our audio devices. You will join our team for a six-month period to apply your academic background to real-world audio challenges, ranging from speech enhancement to audio perception.
What you'll do#
- Build embedded software prototypes to demonstrate new ML-powered audio features on our wearables.
- Design, implement, and optimize deep learning models, data structures, and algorithms for resource-constrained devices.
- Research and implement efficient deep learning methods such as quantization, pruning, NAS, and knowledge distillation with a focus on audio problems.
- Train and evaluate models for headphones, earbuds, soundbars, and portable speakers.
- Evaluate neural network hardware accelerators for low-power devices, including working with vendor toolchains and reporting on performance tradeoffs.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Machine Learning, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.
- Proficiency in Python for model conversion, evaluation, and tooling.
- Experience implementing deep neural networks with frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow.
- Ability to work independently as a creative problem-solver.
- Strong cross-group and cross-culture collaboration skills.
- Prior internship or work experience as a Software or ML engineer is preferred.
- Experience deploying ML models on edge or resource-constrained devices like MCU, DSP, or NPU is preferred.
- A background in audio deep learning and digital signal processing is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Framingham, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January through July).
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Modality: Hybrid and on-site.
- Compensation: $40.00 to $51.25 per hour.
About Bose Corporation
Bose Corporation manufactures audio equipment for home, automotive, and aviation use. Dr. Amar G. Bose founded the company in 1964. It operates as a privately held business based in Framingham, Massachusetts. The company employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people and focuses on long-term research for audio technology.
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