At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and build audio plugins and desktop applications for Marshall's digital amp products.
- Company: Join a leading audio technology company with a passion for music.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with a focus on innovation and creativity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on products used by musicians and audio enthusiasts.
- Qualifications: Experience with JUCE, modern C++, and a passion for audio technology.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Right now, we need to strengthen our R&D team in Milton Keynes with an Audio Plugin Engineer who will help design, build, and release the desktop applications and audio plugins behind Marshall's digital amp products. You will work on software used directly by musicians, from audio plugins to standalone tools that shape how Marshall hardware is experienced. This is the right role if you want to go deep technically, own real products end to end, and work closely with a small, highly skilled engineering team.
What you'll do
- Build and maintain cross-platform desktop applications and professional audio plugins using JUCE and modern C++.
- Integrate DSP code, develop user-friendly front ends, and help bring products to public.
- Contribute across the full lifecycle, from early technical decisions to release readiness, while collaborating with embedded and hardware teams to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain cross-platform C++ code for audio processing used across multiple products.
- Deliver standalone and VST, AAX, and AU audio plugins for Marshall digital amp products.
- Integrate existing and new DSP code into production-ready applications.
- Build internal tools that support embedded firmware development.
- Support CI build systems, testing practices, and release processes.
- Contribute to the specification and design of consumer-facing software products.
Who we're looking for
You are a hands-on engineer who enjoys working in small teams where ownership, initiative, and collaboration matter. You are comfortable operating under delivery pressure and getting up to speed quickly on existing codebases. You want to grow as a technical specialist, and you are motivated by building high-quality tools and products for musicians and audio enthusiasts.
You probably have the following experiences & skills
- A couple of years professional experience working with JUCE and modern C++.
- Proven understanding of computer science and audio technology through professional work or education.
- Experience using Git in a professional software development environment.
- Professional experience building audio plugins for formats such as VST3 is a strong advantage.
- Proven experience implementing PACE iLok, notably Fusion, is a strong advantage.
Our Pledge
We strive to foster an inclusive workplace and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, disability, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age or marital status. We firmly believe that Marshall thrives when our employees do, leading to better experiences for our consumers.
Pro Audio Plugin & Desktop DSP Engineer (JUCE/C++) in Milton Keynes employer: Marshall Group
At Marshall, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for those passionate about audio technology and music. Located in Milton Keynes, our collaborative work culture encourages innovation and ownership, allowing you to contribute directly to products that resonate with musicians worldwide. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to inclusivity, joining our R&D team means being part of a dynamic environment where your skills can truly shine.
