Virtual Reality Audio Project Manager II

Redmond, WA 98052

Posted: 06/02/2025 Job Number: 40804

Job Description


Virtual Reality Audio Project Manager II
Onsite


Summary:

The Virtual Reality Research team brings together a world-class team of researchers, developers, and engineers to create the future of virtual and augmented reality, which together will become as universal and essential as smartphones and personal computers are today. Just as personal computers have done over the past 45 years, AR and VR will ultimately change everything about how we work, play, and connect. We are developing all the technologies needed to enable breakthrough AR glasses and VR headsets, including optics and displays, computer vision, audio, graphics, brain-computer interfaces, haptic interaction, eye/hand/face/body tracking, perception science, and true telepresence. In particular, the VR Audio team is focused on two goals; creating virtual sounds that are perceptually indistinguishable from reality, and redefining human hearing. See more about our work here. These two initiatives will allow us to connect people by allowing them to feel together despite being physically apart, and allow them to converse in even the most difficult listening environments.

We are seeking a contract project manager to help us advance an ambitious research project aiming to develop technologies that will augment human capabilities and enable effortless communication in acoustically challenging environments. We are accepting applications from individuals with proven project management experience in scientific research or technology development. An ideal candidate would have familiarity with some or all of the following areas of research:
  • Audio signal processing
  • Machine learning and computer vision
  • Hearing sciences
  • Product Development (Hardware & Software Integration)

Duties:
Oversee designated projects and provide the team with direction and support, including:
  • Managing project goals and timeline
  • Creating documentation
  • Coordinating technology development
  • Assigning and tracking tasks
  • Managing timelines and resources
  • Monitor problems, facilitate resolution, and implement changes as necessary to keep project on track
  • Regularly report on project progress, dependencies, and risks to stakeholders
  • Take meeting notes that capture decisions and action items
  • Develop request for proposal (RFP) and statement of work (SOW) documents
  • Willingness to "roll up your sleeves" and take on operational tasks in support of the team's goals
  • Typically requires on-site field work in overseeing project and will report to a Technical Program Manager

Skills:
  • Work experience in project management with a demonstrated track record of successful project completion
  • Proven project management, interpersonal, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail
  • Must be proactive, with proven ability to execute on multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with team members and individuals throughout the broader organization
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Experience working in a fast-paced research and/or product development environment

Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in computer science, engineering, management or business.

 

Pay range is $65 - $70 per hour with full benefits available, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, parental leave, and more. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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