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At Shure, innovation is driven by passionate engineers who shape the future of professional audio. We are seeking a Staff Managing Engineer – FPGA & Wireless Systems to lead both our FPGA engineering team and Wireless Lab operations, playing a pivotal role in the development of worldclass wireless audio products used by artists, venues, and creators around the globe.

This is a highly visible leadership role that combines technical depth, people management, and systemlevel influence. You will guide and mentor a team of talented engineers while remaining handson - architecting, designing, and validating FPGAbased solutions that power Shure’s next generation of wireless technologies. In parallel, you will lead our Wireless Lab team, coordinating validation, DevOps, and lab priorities to ensure robust, highquality product releases.

The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of engineering excellence and team leadership - someone who enjoys setting technical vision, fostering collaboration across disciplines, and turning complex challenges into elegant solutions. If you’re motivated by solving realworld problems, developing people, and seeing your work come to life in globally respected products, this role offers a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact within Shure’s renowned Product Development organization.

This position will be hybrid based out of our Niles, IL HQ! 

• Lead and manage a team of FPGA engineers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Lead wireless lab team. Coordinate wireless lab activities (validation, DevOps) and priorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Hardware, Software, and Acoustic teams, to define product requirements, technical specifications, and project deliverables.
• Drive the design and development of FPGA-based systems and circuits, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices. Awareness of industry trends and vendor offerings.
• Plan and allocate resources effectively to achieve project milestones, while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting deadlines.
• Develop and implement designs, including verification and validation.
• Conduct technical reviews and provide feedback to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum of 7 – 10 years of experience in FPGA or ASIC design and development, preferably within the audio or consumer electronics industry.
• Proven experience managing and leading a team of engineers, preferably in FPGA design and circuit design roles.
• Strong expertise in FPGA development using VHDL or Verilog, including synthesis, place and route, and static timing analysis.
• Solid knowledge of digital signal processing techniques, embedded systems, and digital/analog circuit design principles.
• Experience with FPGA design tools, such as AMD/Xilinx Vivado or Altera Quartus, and familiarity with FPGA development kits.
• Proficiency in using simulation and verification tools, such as ModelSim or Mentor Graphics Questa, to validate designs.
• Experience with Linux, networking and dev ops tools (Jenkins, bitbucket, etc.)
• Familiarity with lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems, propose effective solutions, and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Practical experience with Python.
• Experience in the wireless, audio or related fields is a plus.

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

WHO WE ARE

Shure’s mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide – and for over a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn’t stop at our products. Our talented teams strive for perfection and innovate every chance they get. We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all.

Shure is headquartered in United States. We have more than 35 regional sales offices, engineering hubs, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.

Join Shure and Amplify Your Impact. Explore our unique culture and learn the key pillars that define our legacy of excellence.

THE MIX MATTERS
Don’t check off every box in the job requirements? No problem! We recognize that every professional journey is unique and are committed to providing an equitable candidate experience for all prospective Shure Associates. If you’re excited about this role, believe you’ve got the skills to be successful, and share our passion for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, then apply!
PAY TRANSPARENCY
Shure offers a competitive compensation structure that is reviewed annually to attract, hire, and retain the industry’s top talent. Base salaries vary based on qualifications, geography, experience, and expertise in each respective discipline. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for the opportunity. The base salary for this position ranges from $146,000 to $262,000. This position may also be eligible for our incentive pay program, which varies based on individual and Company performance in the year. If your salary expectations do not align, still apply as we are often flexible on the seniority of posted positions. All positions also include an award-winning benefits package.

WE GOT YOU - Our Benefits
At Shure, we prioritize the well-being of our Associates. We offer competitive rewards packages to full-time and part-time Associates working 24 or more hours a week that address physical, mental, financial, and overall well-being. Our benefits include comprehensive healthcare, mental health and retirement savings plans, generous paid time off programs, employee discounts, professional development opportunities, work-life balance initiatives, employee recognition programs, and volunteering/community involvement opportunities. To learn more, check out our Benefits At A Glance.

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