Sr. Software Engineer, DSP

About the position

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is a world-famous brand with offices across the globe. Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument; it's a cultural symbol that resonates globally. We are searching for a Senior Software Engineer, DSP to join our team in Scottsdale, AZ. This role will focus on the development and optimization of digital signal processing algorithms for guitar and bass amplifiers and effects. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in modeling analog musical gear, real-time simulation, embedded systems programming, and product development in the music technology space.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, and implement amplifier and effects algorithms based on vintage and modern musical gear.
• Reverse engineer reference hardware and schematics to inform DSP modeling efforts.
• Create real-time circuit simulations and implement algorithms on embedded platforms.
• Collaborate with the Product team to refine, demonstrate, and gain approval for DSP algorithms.
• Use tools such as C++, assembly, Python, MATLAB, LTspice, JUCE, and VST for DSP software development.
• Optimize DSP code for real-time performance on target hardware using tools such as LTTNG and perf.
• Debug and resolve DSP performance or functionality issues.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and maintain high code quality through unit testing.
• Operate within an Agile SCRUM team, collaborating closely with cross-functional partners.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in DSP software development using C++ and assembly.
• Proven expertise modeling analog circuits used in guitar/bass amplifiers and pedals.
• Deep understanding of schematics and reverse engineering of musical equipment.
• Strong background in optimizing DSP algorithms for embedded platforms.
• Prior experience in product development within the musical instrument industry.
• Familiarity with vintage and modern guitar/bass amps and pedals.
• Ability to work in a hybrid or remote environment, within a reasonable commuting distance as approved by the employer.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• 401(k)
• paid time off
• employee equipment purchase program