Research Associate – Test Architect for Audio Codec Certification (m/f/d)

Our group »Embedded Audio Systems« develops, among other things, device-level test procedures for the MPEG-H 3D Audio codec, which requests immersive 3D sound and interactivity. To ensure full functionality and interoperability in commercial devices, we established the MPEG-H trademark program with extensive test suites covering test signals, test procedures, and test equipment – including testing device interaction via HDMI, ARC, and eARC, as well as audio-video attenuation. In this role, you'll combine scientific work with practical system expertise while directly affecting international industrial products. Shaping the User Experience: Develop tests that have a significant impact on the user experience of end devices by ensuring the interoperability and quality of modern audio features. Maintaining and Expanding Excellence: Take ownership of the MPEG-H 3D Audio Trademark Program by developing a broad understanding of the codec and creating a comprehensive test suite that allows our partners' implementations of the audio codec to be verified and certified. Optimizing and Evolving: Extend, optimize, and maintain the existing test suite to ensure our certification standards remain at the cutting edge of audio technology. Go-To Expert: Serve as the key contact for the trademark program, both internally and externally, bridging technical excellence with partner collaboration.

University degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Sciences, Media Technologies, or a related field Program skills in Python and Bash Experience with LaTeX and Git Fluent English and the ability to cooperate effectively in an international, multidisciplinary team Nice to have: Passion for music and audio in general

An exciting role: Attractive working environment at a global market leader of a major innovative industry Inspiring culture: Friendly and supportive working atmosphere within our international team Room for creativity: Projects with strong practical components motivate our employees to drive innovation We value personal contact: Structured onboarding process enabling quick familiarization with our institutes and successful expansion of your professional network We take your needs seriously: Work-life balance support through flexible working hours and hybrid work Top of the line infrastructure at your workplace: State-of-the-art technologies to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow Your goals and interests are important to us: Ongoing professional and personal seminars, coaching, and language classes We offer equal opportunities: For example, the »Fraunhofer TALENTA career program for female scientists Complementary parking spaces, charging stations for electric cars, covered bicycle parking, and showers at the institute In-house health management including sports courses, running groups, and relaxation seminars