Senior Software Engineer

About this role

About Us

At Korg R&D, we design and develop world-class hardware and software synthesizers used by musicians, producers, and creators across the globe. Our team has been behind iconic instruments such as the Korg OASYS, Kronos, wavestate, modwave, and multi/poly. We are passionate about building tools that inspire creativity.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer with a deep passion for synthesizers and music technology. You will be part of a small, highly experienced team of senior-level software developers working fully remotely. This role requires someone who thrives working independently and is comfortable owning features end-to-end.

You will design and develop software that powers our next generation of hardware instruments and software products, working with both embedded Linux systems and desktop platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-performance software for embedded systems running Linux
• Develop cross-platform applications and plug-ins for macOS and Windows
• Build and optimize real-time audio processing systems
• Full stack product development, from low-level systems to user-facing features
• Collaborate closely with a small, senior team to deliver cohesive musical products
• Contribute to system architecture, performance tuning, and algorithm design
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions

Required Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in object-oriented C++
• Solid experience with multi-threaded and concurrent programming
• Hands-on experience developing for embedded systems
• Experience building desktop applications for macOS and/or Windows
• Familiarity with MIDI protocols and digital audio standards
• Experience with real-time system optimization and low-latency programming
• GUI development experience in embedded and/or desktop environments
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background in audio software, synthesizers, or music technology
• Exper...