Job Description:

• We are seeking a passionate and innovative person to join our ME Sound Design team in Logitech. The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate who is eager to contribute to the research and development of digital sound for mechanical keyboards. As a Digital Sound Engineering Trainee, you will be a key member of our R&D team, focusing on the creation and implementation of digital sound for mechanical keyboards. You will be involved in all aspects of sound design, from initial concept creation to final product testing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sound design with overall product development.

• Design and synthesize innovative sound effects to enhance user experience for various keyboard actions..

• Conduct subjective and objective sound quality evaluations, including electroacoustic assessments.

• Develop distinctive alert tones and auditory cues to facilitate intuitive user experience.

• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in sound engineering and sound design.

• Assist in the development of sound algorithms for dynamic sound effects.

• Contribute to the creation of audio-related documentation and standards for product development.

• Participate in user testing and research to gather insights and feedback on sound features.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Acoustics, Audio Engineering, Music Technology, or a related field.

• Strong understanding of acoustic principles and audio signal processing techniques.

• Proficiency in audio editing software and digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, Ableton Live, or Logic Pro.

• Familiarity with sound synthesis techniques and sound effect plugins.

• Creative thinking with an ear for sound aesthetics and a passion for innovative user-centric sound design.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment..

• Passion for sound innovation and a desire to create engaging soundscapes for users.

Additional Skills (Preferred but Not Required):

• Experience with audio programming languages (e.g., Max/MSP, Pure Data, Csound) and MIDI controllers.

• Knowledge with interactive audio and middleware solutions (e.g., FMOD or Wwise).

• Understanding of psychoacoustics, sound perception, and user experience design principles.

• Previous involvement in sound-related projects or internships during academic studies.

Key Partners:

• Mechanical Engineering members;

• Engineering science team;

• Electrical Engineering team;

• Audio Engineering team;

• Marketing & Product Management team;

• Embedded Software & Firmware team;

Reports to: Mechanical Engineering Manager.

Person Specification:

• Strong interest in Sound Design.

• Confident, brave, and patient

Potential universities & majors:

• 中国传媒大学－音乐与录音艺术学院 (Communication University of China - School of Music and Recording Arts)

• 作曲与作曲技术理论专业（电子音乐方向）

• 音乐学（音乐编辑方向）

• 北京电影学院 - 声音学院 (Beijing Film Academy - Sound School)

• 艺术与科技

• 录音艺术（音乐录音方向）

• 中央音乐学院 (Central Conservatory of Music)

• 音乐人工智能与音乐信息科技

• 电子音乐制作

• 上海音乐学院 (Shanghai Conservatory of Music)

• 音乐设计与制作

• 音乐科技与艺术

• 电子音乐设计

• 音乐科技

• 伯克利音乐学院 (Berklee College of Music)

• 电子音乐制作与音频设计专业 (Electronic Production and Design)

• 爱丁堡大学 (Edinburgh University)

• 声乐与音乐技术（Acoustics and Music Technology MSc）；

• 声音设计 （Sound Design MSc）

• 格拉斯哥大学 (University of Glasgow)

• 声音设计与视听练习 (MSc Sound Design & Audiovisual Practice)

• 纽约大学 (New York University)

• 音乐技术（Music Technology）

• 南加州大学 (University of Southern California)

• 音乐工程学（Music Engineering）

• 悉尼科技大学 (University of Technology Sydney)

• 音乐与声音设计（Sound and Music Design）

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