We currently have vacancies for a software engineer and a social media specialist.
CEDAR Audio Ltd develops products and algorithms that use state-of-the-art digital signal processing (DSP) techniques to provide unique solutions for the film & TV industries, audio forensics and security, and other professional audio applications. We deploy our algorithms across a range of hardware and software platforms and we are seeking to recruit a Software Engineer to increase the capacity of our R&D department just outside Cambridge.
The principal responsibility of the Software Engineer will be to implement the algorithms developed by the company's researchers as efficient, high reliability code on a variety of platforms. This is a potentially broad role with flexibility to suit the skills of the successful candidate. The platforms we target include Windows, Mac OS and embedded systems; the main language used is C++, but the role will also require the use of C on occasion.
design and coding of real-time software using C++ a working knowledge of Python a sound understanding of mathematical notation and terminology
firmware design and coding for embedded systems, e.g. using ARM processors firmware design and coding for dedicated DSP chips FPGA design (preferably Xilinx/VHDL)
a knowledge of audio, perhaps from a musician's, audio engineer's or hi-fi perspective
To find out more, please contact recruit@cedaraudio.com
We are looking for an experienced and creative social media specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing our social media and web strategies to increase our online presence and improve our marketing and sales efforts.
Developing, implementing and managing creative and engaging social media and web strategies Managing the day-to-day handling of all our social media channels including LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube, adapting content to suit different channels Overseeing, planning and delivering content across social media platforms, optimising the company’s pages within each and using scheduling tools where appropriate Working with in-house copywriters and graphic designers to ensure that our content is informative and appealing, and developing the on-line content including contributions to text, graphics and video preparation Contributing to the development, launch and management of campaigns that promote our brand Creating editorial calendars Staying up to date with the latest social media and web best practices and technologies Responding to social media posts and developing discussions Monitoring, tracking, analysing and reporting on performance using tools such as Google Analytics and Facebook insights, and reporting upon the success of our social media and web campaigns Researching and evaluating the latest trends and techniques, and recommending improvements to increase performance Monitoring SEO and user engagement and suggesting content optimisation Collaborating with the commercial team
Three or more years of social media experience including planning and managing content in a corporate or agency setting Excellent knowledge of best practices for Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and other social media Excellent content creation skills for text, graphics and video production Excellent communication skills A B.Sc in marketing or a relevant field
Familiarity with web design and publishing A good understanding of SEO and web traffic metrics A good understanding of social media KPIs
CEDAR Audio Ltd is dedicated to furthering the science and technology of audio restoration and speech enhancement. We are the recipients of numerous awards including an Academy Award®, an Emmy® and two Cinema Audio Society Awards. We also provide solutions for broadcasters, recording studios, live sound and many of the world's audio and film archives. In the forensic and security fields, we work closely with law enforcement, anti-terrorism forces, customs and drug enforcement agencies, as well as accident investigation bureaux.
Based just outside Cambridge in the attractive village of Fulbourn, we occupy our own premises with ample, free on-site parking as well as easy access to nearby shops and amenities, and we offer a relaxed and productive working environment within the Cambridge technology bubble. We value lifestyle and a relaxed atmosphere in which employees can achieve their full potential, and offer flexible working hours to accommodate staff needs. In addition to salary, there is a substantial bonus scheme that is available after 12 months' employment.
We have a truly international reach, but are small enough for each employee to make a real difference. We not only manufacture world-leading products, but actively pursue research into new audio techniques. We have strong academic links with Cambridge University, one of the world's leading centers for digital signal processing research, and include two Cambridge University professors and a Director Of Studies among our Directors, further strengthening our abilities to remain at the forefront of our field.
No agency calls will be accepted except by invitation.