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# Audiophile Software Engineer

- **Company:** ECM Selection Limited
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £50,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Apple Mac Systems, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Commercial Software, Ruby, Signal Processing, Scripting, Software Coding, C++14
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.ecmselection.co.uk/register/25429

## About the Role

* A 1st or 2.1 degree in an applicable STEM subject from a good university
 * Significant commercial software development experience including desktop and embedded systems. Linux, Windows and OS X are all relevant.
 * Excellent coding skills including C, C++, and a scripting language (Python, Ruby, Bash etc.), plus a solid understanding of audio or signal processing.
 * Full existing right to work in the UK without time limit or sponsorship
 * MATLAB skills are a bonus but not essential.

## Description

We are seeking an Audiophile Software Engineer to help bring new products to market. You would be working on both embedded components programmed in highly optimised C++, and desktop or server software using modern C++.

Typical tasks might include:

 * Using MATLAB to develop algorithm that can then be implemented in C++
 * Porting existing solutions to new processor architectures
 * Root causes analysis and mitigation of issues
 * Automated test development to ensure a high quality product
 * Mentoring more junior team members

As a Senior Developer, you would be joining a small, friendly start-up company creating innovative high-end audio products. They are already commercially successful and have products available in the consumer electronics market. The team culture is supportive, sociable, and dynamic, with a flat management structure, comfortable well-appointed offices and a flexible approach to working hours.


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