Senior Sound Designer – Automotive (mfd)

Avatr; München; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading automotive technology firm in Munich is seeking an experienced Sound Designer to innovate in-car audio experiences. You will collaborate with engineering and UX teams to develop soundscapes, ensuring compliance with automotive regulations. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in sound design, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in industry-standard tools. Offering a competitive salary, flexible working conditions, and a creative team environment.

Leistungen

30 days paid vacation

Mobile working options

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifikationen

• 5 years of professional experience in sound design, preferably in automotive or related industries.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in audio creation and editing.
• Proficiency with industry-standard DAWs and audio middleware.

Aufgaben

• Design and develop unique auditory experiences for vehicle systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sound design with brand identity.
• Conduct sound concept editing and evaluations to improve in-vehicle sound performance.

Kenntnisse

Sound design expertise

Audio creation and editing

Collaboration skills

Ausbildung

Degree in Sound Design, Music Technology, or related field

Tools

Pro Tools

Logic

Wwise

Jobbeschreibung

Who we are

AVATR is about bringing people together, connecting ideas and cultures. We believe people from different backgrounds working together in a multidisciplinary atmosphere inspire each other to create a design composition that radiates its richness from the inside out.

AVATR, inspired by Avatar, enables each user to create another self in an intelligent parallel world, becoming their most emotional intelligent companion. Our technology focuses on emotional intelligence and stands for casual luxury with forward‑looking design and warm technology. By taking a holistic approach, the brand looks at the big picture and, by understanding users’ lifestyles and desires, enables them to pursue what they love.

As an explorer in the new track of smart electric vehicles (SEV), AVATR is committed to building an international high‑end SEV brand.

More about AVATR

Our Design Center is a vivid platform where people from all over the world find a stage to unleash their talents. It is a place where ideas and innovative minds meet. A bold and lively discourse of different views and multidimensional design thinking are always welcome here. Authenticity and originality based on our unique design philosophy generate remarkable designs. The AVATR Design Center feels like a small creative family with the vision to find solutions toward future high‑end products with a humanized spirit.

• Nader Faghihzadeh – Chief Design Officer at AVATR

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Sound Designer with a passion for shaping the future of in‑car audio. In this role you will lead the design, development and integration of soundscapes that enhance driver and passenger interaction, from functional feedback sounds to brand‑defining acoustic signatures. You will collaborate closely with engineering, UX and brand teams to deliver world‑class sound experiences across our automotive platforms.

What you will be doing

• Design and develop unique auditory experiences for vehicle systems, including UI/UX sounds, safety alerts, engine/EV propulsion sounds and branded sound signatures.
• Work with cross‑functional teams and suppliers (engineering, HMI/UX product design and marketing) to align sound design with technical requirements and brand identity.
• Conduct sound concept editing, synthesis and mixing to create high‑quality assets suitable for in‑vehicle environments.
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to integrate and optimize sound playback on embedded systems.
• Perform subjective and objective evaluations of in‑vehicle sound performance and make iterative improvements based on user testing and feedback.
• Stay current with automotive sound regulations (e.g., AVAS requirements) and ensure compliance in sound design solutions.
• Lead sound prototyping and concept development, presenting ideas effectively to stakeholders.

What you will bring

• 5 years of professional experience in sound design, preferably within automotive, consumer electronics, gaming or related industries.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in audio creation, editing and implementation.
• Proficiency with industry‑standard DAWs (Pro Tools, Logic, Reaper, etc.) and audio middleware (e.g., Wwise, FMOD).
• Solid understanding of acoustics, psychoacoustics and sound perception in complex environments.
• Experience integrating sounds into embedded systems or automotive infotainment platforms.
• Familiarity with automotive regulations and standards related to sound (e.g., AVAS, ISO).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to balance creative vision and technical constraints.
• Degree in Sound Design, Music Technology, Acoustics, Audio Engineering or a related field (advanced degree preferred).

Preferred Skills

• Experience with electric vehicle (EV) propulsion sound design and future mobility experiences.
• Knowledge of digital signal processing (DSP) and audio programming.
• Background in spatial audio, immersive sound and multi‑speaker system design.
• Passion for automotive innovation and user‑centered design.

What We Could Offer You

• Opportunity to shape the next generation of automotive soundscapes.
• A collaborative environment with cutting‑edge audio technology.
• Career growth in a fast‑evolving industry at the intersection of sound technology and mobility.
• Competitive salary package.
• A permanent position in a future‑oriented company.
• 30 days paid vacation per year.
• Mobile working options and flexible working hours.
• International and multicultural team.
• Flat hierarchy and short lines of communication.
• Empowering environment and actionable feedback.
• Individual development and training opportunities.
• Modern office atmosphere with nice colleagues and free coffee.

Thank you for considering joining our team! We look forward to hearing from you and hope you become a part of our company. If you are interested in the position, please apply now. We are excited about the possibility of working together to create a bright future!