Staff Engineer, Digital Audio Specialist

REQUIREMENTS:

Total experience 5.5 + years

Strong experience in Digital Audio Engineering, Audio Technology Platforms, and Media Infrastructure

Deep hands-on expertise in Digital Audio Processing, Encoding, Streaming, and Audio Delivery Technologies (Must Have)

Strong experience with Audio Content Management Systems and Digital Media Workflows (Must Have)

Hands-on experience with audio editing, mixing, mastering, and broadcast technologies

Strong understanding of audio codecs, compression standards, and streaming protocols (Must Have)

Experience with cloud-based media platforms and audio content distribution networks

Strong experience with automation and workflow optimization in digital media environments

Experience managing large-scale audio content libraries and metadata systems

Hands-on experience with Digital Asset Management (DAM) platforms

Strong understanding of audio quality assurance, testing, and troubleshooting

Experience integrating audio platforms with third-party applications and APIs

Knowledge of podcasting, internet radio, OTT audio, and streaming ecosystems

Experience with monitoring, analytics, and performance optimization of audio platforms

Strong understanding of security, compliance, and content rights management

Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design, implement, and manage digital audio platforms and content delivery systems

Support audio processing, encoding, streaming, and distribution workflows

Manage audio content lifecycle including ingestion, storage, metadata, and publishing

Ensure high-quality audio delivery across web, mobile, and streaming platforms

Develop and maintain automation solutions for audio operations and media workflows

Troubleshoot audio quality issues, streaming failures, and platform performance problems

Collaborate with content, engineering, and product teams to deliver audio solutions

Manage integrations between audio platforms, content management systems, and third-party services

Monitor platform health, streaming performance, and user experience metrics

Implement best practices for audio quality, scalability, reliability, and security

Support digital broadcasting, podcasting, and on-demand audio initiatives

Perform root cause analysis and resolution for production incidents

Define standards, processes, and governance for audio platform operations

Optimize infrastructure and workflows to improve operational efficiency

Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on digital audio initiatives

Participate in Agile ceremonies and continuous improvement programs

Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and deliver optimal solutions

Ensure compliance with content rights, licensing, and regulatory requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related fields