Deep Learning Engineer

Audio; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in audio technology is seeking a Deep Learning Engineer to develop innovative models that enhance audio experiences. Your role will involve collaborating on cutting-edge projects, utilizing deep learning frameworks, and contributing to significant advancements in the live sound industry. Ideal candidates will have advanced degrees and relevant experience in audio projects, coupled with programming proficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in deep learning projects for audio or music retrieval.
• Strong understanding of neural networks and related architectures.
• Familiarity with data preprocessing for audio datasets.

Responsibilities

• Develop deep learning models for audio source separation and signal enhancement.
• Conduct research to align solutions with market needs.
• Publish findings in top-tier conferences.

Skills

Deep Learning

Programming in Python

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

MSc / PhD in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

JIRA

Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)

Job description

Join our passionate and dedicated teams who are shaping the future of sound!

About L-Acoustics

L-Acoustics aims to connect humans through the best shared sound experiences. We are the industry leaders in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of premium sound reinforcement technologies. Our mission is to shape the future of sound with technologies that enable audio professionals and artists to elevate the listener experience.

As a Deep Learning Engineer at L-Acoustics, you will play a crucial role in developing state-of-the-art deep learning models for a variety of audio projects such as source separation, metadata extraction or anomaly detection.

At L-Acoustics, we are committed to product-driven research to ensure our deep learning models are not only innovative but also practical and ready for production. Our products primarily serve the live music industry, where high-fidelity audio and low-latency performance are essential. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate these cutting-edge solutions into our products, driving the future of live audio experiences.

Responsibilities

Develop state-of-the-art deep learning models for audio projects, including audio source separation, signal enhancement, and room acoustics.

Develop datasets and conduct data preprocessing and augmentation specific to audio datasets.

Perform model evaluation, validation, and testing to ensure robustness and accuracy. This includes building realistic test sets to minimize potential domain shifts.

Conduct product-driven research to align deep learning solutions with market needs and drive innovation.

Publish research findings in top-tier conferences such as ICASSP, WASPAA, ICLR, and contribute to the academic and professional community.

Document and present findings and results to stakeholders.

Required

MSc / PhD degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, or related discipline.

Experience in successfully completing deep learning projects for audio, acoustics, or Music Information Retrieval.

Proficiency in programming languages (e.g. Python, C++)

Proficiency with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)

Strong understanding of neural networks, CNNs, LSTMs, transformers, and other deep learning architectures.

Familiarity with data preprocessing techniques and tools for audio data and room acoustics.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred

Knowledge of generative models, diffusion models and speech processing

A passion for Audio and Music.

Publications or contributions to the deep learning and audio processing community.

Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.

Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA.

Location

London, UK (hybrid: 3 days a week in office, plus occasional travels)

Join our passionate and dedicated teams who are shaping the future of sound!

About Us

L-Acoustics has been shaping the future of

sound since 1984 through trailblazing innovation.

Our European-designed and manufactured

from the most intimate immersive spaces

to the largest stages.

L-Acoustics is the #1 brand chosen by the world’s largest music festivals and installed

in over 13,000 premium venues from music halls, theaters, and sports entertainment to wellness, hospitality, homes and yachts.

Our team of over 1,000 employees, including 20% in design, research, and development, conceives the industry’s most award-winning and transformative sound reinforcement technologies, including the modern line source array V-DOSC, L-ISA immersive hyperreal solutions, and the eco-conscious, performance-leading L-Series.

These technologies have led to the company being honored with a Decibels d’Or and featured in Fast Company’s most innovative companies.

With major hubs in Paris, Los Angeles, London, and Singapore, and a network of trained service providers present in 80 countries, our technologies power the most demanding live events and

memorable sound experiences: from Adele’s Las Vegas residency to the world's largest sports

events, from the Zaha Hadid-designed Guangzhou Opera House to the Philharmonie de Paris Concert Hall.