Sound Engineering Specialist (AI)

TL;DR

Sound Engineering Specialist (AI): Training and evaluating large-scale language models on audio engineering, acoustics, and signal flow with an accent on model reasoning and technical accuracy. Focus on challenging models with complex troubleshooting scenarios, validating signal-chain logic, and refining prompt structures for audio innovation.

Location: Remote (Must be based in the United States of America)

Salary: $8 - $65 per hour

Company

hirify.global is an organization focused on powering the next generation of AI tools through high-quality human expertise.

What you will do

• Challenge advanced language models on topics including gain staging, PA tuning, time alignment, and broadcast audio standards.
• Converse with models on complex audio system design and troubleshooting scenarios to identify reasoning gaps.
• Validate engineering accuracy and identify failures in signal-chain logic.
• Document failure modes to harden model reasoning and improve output quality.
• Recommend improvements to prompt structures and model evaluation methods.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sound Engineering, Acoustical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be based in the United States of America.
• Hands-on experience with live sound rigs, studio installations, broadcast setups, or touring productions.
• Deep expertise in microphone technique, signal flow, acoustics, and sound system calibration.
• Ability to provide clear, structured communication regarding signal paths.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with tools like Dante Controller, Smaart, or QLab.
• Experience with mixing consoles from Yamaha, Avid, or Allen & Heath.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to shape the future of AI-driven audio innovation.
• Flexible freelance project engagement.
• Remote work environment.