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R & D Engineer II BCForward is currently seeking a highly motivated R & D Engineer II in Redmond, WA Position Title: R & D Engineer II Location: Redmond, WA - Onsite Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date. Expected Duration: 12 Months Job Type: [>=40 weeks] [Contract] [Remote]. Pay Range: $65 - $70/hr. on W2. Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.). Job Title: R & D engineer II Duration: 12 months contract Location: Redmond, WA - onsite We are looking for a contract acoustic research engineer to conduct acoustic measurements, acoustic data processing, and auditory perception experiments, and develop relevant methods and tools leveraging scientific coding skills and expertise in audio signal processing, audio hardware systems, machine learning, and acoustics. Responsibilities * Develop systems, user interfaces, and protocols for acoustic and behavioral data acquisition and processing using Python, MATLAB, and MaxMSP. * Analyze and improve the performance of data acquisition systems for audio perception. * Collaborate with multi-disciplinary researchers to integrate data acquisition algorithms into platforms. * Perform acoustic data collection involving complex capture systems, prototype devices, and human subjects in controlled laboratory environments. * Write technical reports and papers describing research results and methodologies. * Minimum Requirements * Master's degree in a relevant technical field with 3+ years of industry experience in audio technology development, or equivalent combination of education and experience * 3+ years' experience in designing and performing audio acoustic experiments in controlled laboratory settings. * 3+ years of programming experience in Python, MATLAB, or MaxMSP for audio applications * Strong understanding and experience in audio signal processing Preferred Qualifications * Expertise in real-time audio coding in C/C++ * Expertise in any/all of psychoacoustics, auditory perception, spatial audio, room acoustics, and physical acoustics * Experience using PyTorch or other machine-learning frameworks * Experience with prototype hardware devices * Experience with motion tracking systems * Experience with large-scale automated data collection and analysis * Experience designing and setting up acoustic laboratory spaces * Experience working in cross-functional, inter-disciplinary environments * Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality technical reports and/or publications. BCForward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k. About BCforward: Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCForward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally. BCForward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversit To view the full job description,