AR/VR Acoustic Systems Architect — Research

Meta; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 173,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta Reality Labs is seeking a Research Acoustic Systems Engineer to advance the science and engineering of audio systems for next-generation augmented and virtual reality devices, including wearables and smart glasses.

In this role, you will define the acoustic architecture of future AR/VR products, driving research into spatial audio, microphone array design, loudspeaker systems, and acoustic signal processing.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of industry experience in acoustic systems engineering
• Experience designing and characterizing microphone arrays and loudspeaker systems for consumer electronics or wearable devices
• Experience with acoustic simulation tools (e.g., FEM/BEM solvers such as COMSOL or similar) and measurement instrumentation for acoustic characterization
• Experience leading technical strategy and driving cross-functional alignment on acoustic architecture decisions across hardware, software, and product teams
• Experience defining objective and subjective audio evaluation methodologies
• Bachelor’s degree in Acoustics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, test, and validate acoustic systems for research hardware platforms
• Develop models of loudspeakers, microphones, and audio systems to inform design decisions
• Define objective audio performance targets and KPIs for research hardware
• Lead factory test design and specification for prototype and research builds
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, software teams, and researchers to optimize acoustic trade-offs and evaluate audio algorithms
• Develop automated measurement tools and workflows for acoustic characterization, and document simulation results and technical reports
• Coordinate with key partners (Researchers, Mechanical Engineers, System Engineers, Leadership, Operations) to support new and ongoing projects
• Manage project schedules, milestones, delivery, and relationships with prototyping vendors and contract manufacturing partners

Skills

8+ years of experience

Microphone arrays design

Acoustic simulation tools

Cross-functional leadership

Audio evaluation methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Acoustics/Physics/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

CLIO

Klippel

SoundCheck

Audio Precision

Job description

Meta Reality Labs is seeking a Research Acoustic Systems Engineer to advance the science and engineering of audio systems for next-generation augmented and virtual reality devices, including wearables and smart glasses.

In this role, you will define the acoustic architecture of future AR/VR products, driving research into spatial audio, microphone array design, loudspeaker systems, and acoustic signal processing.