In this role, you will help design, define, and build the future of human-computer interaction. The UX team works on technologies to enable the next generation of XR experiences and devices. We design, prototype, and research the experiences and interactions that set the direction for Google's emerging products across the spectrum of XR devices.
As an Audio UX Designer for XR, you will lead critical sound and audio design to ensure user comprehension, trust and delight across experiences. You will be responsible for defining the UX foundations for audio and sound experiences across existing and next-generation XR devices.
For decades, the computing revolution has reshaped our world driven by
breakthroughs in compute, connectivity, mobile, and now, AI. Google's XR
team is at the forefront of the next major leap – the convergence of AI and XR. This is more than just new devices – it's about reimagining how we interact with the world around us. We're building a future where
lightweight XR devices like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $159,000-$231,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about
benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Drive XR sound and audio design across the XR device ecosystem, developing audio designs for XR products that are intuitive, delightful and scalable for users, developers, and OEM partners.
- Lead the discovery and ideation for Android XR audio and sound patterns that adapt to evolving technology, user expectations, and broader Android/Pixel ecosystem.
- Act as a strategic partner to align Product, Engineering, and cross-product area partners on cohesive design strategies. Develop clear design direction.
- Drive user experience innovation by exploring new audio interaction paradigms, work with research to validate.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 6 years of conversation design experience in product design or UX design.
- Include a portfolio, website, or any other relevant link to your work in your resume (providing a viewable link or access instructions).
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience working with sound/audio design patterns.
- Experience in iterative design and delivery methodologies within the XR (AR/VR/MR) space or Android.
- Experience working across organizational and functional boundaries to prioritize opportunities and mitigate constraints.
- Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly across different audiences and varying levels of the organization.
- Excellent conceptual and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to thrive in a 0-1 environment.
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following:
New York, NY, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; San Jose, CA, USA.
Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.