David Allen Young

Location: California, United States
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/david-allen-young-sde
GitHub: github.com/david-allen-young

Software Engineer for Audio, Music Technology, and Creative Tools

I build digital audio software, creative tools, and performance-sensitive applications that balance responsiveness, reliability, and musical feel.

My work spans C++ audio systems, TypeScript/JavaScript web applications, desktop software, and music technology. I enjoy building tools that combine modern user experiences with real-time, timing-critical backends.

Currently, I develop audio tools at Sigma Connectivity, creating high-performance web interfaces embedded within C++ desktop applications and contributing to the modernization of complex audio workflows.

Outside of engineering, I compose, record, and mix orchestral music. That perspective continually shapes how I think about software design, usability, and creative workflows.

Focus Areas

Web-Based Multiband Compressor Demo

A demonstration project exploring the integration of a modern web-based user interface with a JUCE-powered C++ audio engine.

The project investigates architecture patterns for combining browser technologies with native audio processing, including real-time parameter control, metering, and communication between UI and DSP layers.

Technologies: C++, JUCE, TypeScript, JavaScript

Live Demo: multiband-compressor.vercel.app
Repository: github.com/david-allen-young/juce-web-compressor

Current Explorations

Expressive Performance Systems

Exploring techniques for transforming notation-oriented musical data into more natural and expressive performances through timing, dynamics, articulation, and phrasing.

Music Notation Editing

Investigating lightweight approaches to MusicXML editing and notation workflows with an emphasis on direct manipulation, responsiveness, and efficient rendering.

AI-Assisted Music Technology

Researching how modern AI systems can support composition, notation, performance preparation, and creative workflows while preserving musician control and intent.

Professional Experience

Sigma Connectivity

Audio Tools Software Engineer

Developing audio tooling for desktop environments, including modern web interfaces embedded within C++ applications. Contributing to shared UI systems, application architecture, and modernization efforts for complex audio workflows.

Advanced Soundware

Founder & Software Engineer

Developed music technology products focused on transforming notation and MIDI-based musical intent into expressive performances. Worked across software architecture, audio engine development, and product delivery from early prototypes through commercial release.

NBCUniversal

Broadcast & Post-Production Systems

Supported uptime-critical broadcast and post-production environments, maintaining systems relied upon by content creators and production teams. Built a strong foundation in reliability, operational rigor, and production-focused engineering.