A Berlin-based audio technology company at the forefront of intelligent hearing innovation is seeking an Acoustic Validation Engineer to join its growing team. This is a unique opportunity to shape how next‑generation hearing technologies are validated, tested, and optimized for real‑world listening environments. You will play a critical role in building and evolving the company’s validation framework, working closely with hearing scientists, audio engineers, and product teams to ensure exceptional sound quality and performance across a range of consumer audio products

The role offers the chance to work on cutting‑edge AI‑powered audio technologies while establishing yourself as a key authority on sound quality, acoustic validation, and listening experience within a highly innovative environment.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Establish and continuously evolve validation labs, processes, and toolchains for AI‑based and traditional audio processing technologies
Design and implement test environments that accurately simulate real‑world listening scenarios across headphones, hearables, smart glasses, and other audio‑enabled devices
Plan and execute objective electroacoustic measurements and subjective listening tests, both in‑house and through remote testing platforms
Collaborate with hearing scientists and audio engineers to develop validation methodologies and test cases for Hearing Intelligence products
Evaluate partner, OEM, and competitor products to benchmark performance and identify opportunities for innovation
Support the development and evaluation of audio DSP modules, including sound classification, scene identification, filtering, and adaptive audio processing
Generate, curate, and manage training data to support machine learning initiatives
Document validation systems, methodologies, and audio modules to enable knowledge sharing across the business
Onboard and support engineering teams in effectively utilizing validation tools and systems
Partner with commercial teams to provide technical expertise, product insights, and customer‑facing support where required

REQUIRED EXPERTISE

Degree in Audio Engineering, Media Technology, Psychoacoustics, Audiology, or a related discipline
Proven experience conducting acoustic validation and testing of audio devices using both objective measurement and subjective listening methodologies
Strong critical listening skills with the ability to assess sound quality across speech, music, and environmental audio, and communicate findings with precision
Programming experience using tools such as Python, MATLAB, or C++, alongside confidence leveraging AI‑assisted development tools
Knowledge of, or strong interest in, audio DSP development and signal processing technologies
Understanding of OEM requirements, industry standards, and emerging audio technology trends
Product‑focused mindset with a collaborative, hands‑on approach to problem solving
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical findings into clear recommendations for cross‑functional stakeholders
Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
Experience working with AI‑powered audio technologies, hearing solutions, or consumer audio products
Familiarity with methodologies such as MUSHRA testing, dummy head measurements, and speech intelligibility testing

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