Audio Research Program Manager – Spatial Audio

Ascendion; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Personal days

Paid vacation

Holidays

Learning management

Job summary

Ascendion is seeking an experienced Audio Research Project Manager IV to lead and coordinate research projects in spatial audio, binaural processing, and related signal processing. You will support researchers, engineers, and PhD interns, ensuring milestones are met and programs run smoothly.

Location is Redmond, WA onsite. The role requires 5+ years in research PM, familiarity with sprint-based methods, and strong collaboration across teams. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Computer Science, (Audio) Engineering, Acoustics, Physics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of work experience in research project management with a track record of successful project completion.
• Sprint-based project management experience with sprint planning, tracking, and reporting on regular cadence
• Experience with spatial/binaural audio, audio signal processing, and relevant programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Monitor progress, identify problems, facilitate resolution, and implement changes as necessary to keep projects on track towards completion.

Skills

Research project management

Sprint-based PM

Spatial audio

Binaural audio

Audio signal processing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Ascendion is seeking an experienced Audio Research Project Manager IV to lead and coordinate research projects in spatial audio, binaural processing, and related signal processing. You will support researchers, engineers, and PhD interns, ensuring milestones are met and programs run smoothly.

Location is Redmond, WA onsite. The role requires 5+ years in research PM, familiarity with sprint-based methods, and strong collaboration across teams. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.