Gibson Brands Inc. is hiring: Software Engineer, Pro Audio in Nashville-Davidson

The Gibson Pro Audio Software Engineer is a key position within the multi-disciplinary pro audio team responsible for the design and development of pro audio products. The software engineer will be responsible for planning, designing, developing, and maintaining multi-platform software applications and embedded firmware for our pro audio products and users.

Essential Functions

• Design and implement audio features and functionality for our mobile and web applications.
• Work on a wide range of software solutions on Windows, macOS, iOS and Android.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver outstanding user experiences.
• Optimize audio performance and latency for real-time processing and playback.
• Integrate third-party audio libraries and APIs as needed.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to coding standards and best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Stay updated on emerging audio technologies and industry trends to drive innovation in our products.
• Troubleshoot and debug audio-related issues and implement solutions in a timely manner.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development workflows and practices.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Proven experience in software development, with a focus on audio app development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, Swift, or Java.
• Strong understanding of digital audio concepts, including signal processing, codecs, and audio APIs (e.g., Juce, Core Audio, Web Audio API).
• Experience with audio processing frameworks and tools such as AudioKit, FMOD, or Wwise.
• Familiarity with mobile app development frameworks such as React Native or Flutter is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills and ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Passion for audio technology and a desire to create innovative audio experiences for users.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Sciences, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience necessary.
• Two to five years of experience developing software for audio products.
• 3-5 years of professional experience writing production code.
• Strong interpersonal and team leadership skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Management skills combined with ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Help maintain and manage automated builds and software releases.
• Experience debugging embedded systems.
• GUI development for embedded devices.
• Familiar with Git or other version control systems.
• Familiarity with embedded peripherals like GPIO, UART, I2C, SPI, ADC, USB, BLE, WIFI, Bluetooth.

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about working and winning in a team environment.
• Results oriented and driven, with a track record for delivering action items to plan.
• Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing circumstances. Able to proactively question and challenge to prioritize and identify solutions in a timely manner.
• Clear and logical thinker.
• Relish working in a company with a diverse, challenging, and fast-paced environment.

Travel Requirements

• This position is mostly office-based, but may involve minimal travel.

Physical Demands

• Office work environment.
• Able to lift 30 lbs.

We celebrate diversity and Gibson Brands, Inc is an Equal Opportunity employer.