Principal Program Manager, Audio & Media Engineering

Overview

Responsibilities

• Define the multi-year product roadmap for audio hardware and media software suites.
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams to meet milestone deadlines and quality standards.
• Manage relationships with external component suppliers and strategic technology partners.
• Synthesize technical requirements from market research and professional user feedback.
• Lead risk mitigation strategies for complex hardware manufacturing and software release cycles.
• Present project status and budget updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Oversee the integration of emerging technologies like spatial audio and machine learning into existing products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Extensive experience managing full-lifecycle product development in the audio or media technology industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall.
• Deep technical knowledge of Digital Signal Processing, audio drivers, and hardware manufacturing processes.
• Proven track record of delivering high-impact consumer or professional electronics to market.
• Strong proficiency in program management software and technical documentation tools.

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as Project Management Professional or Program Management Professional.
• Active participation or leadership in audio industry standards organizations.
• Background in professional music production or live sound engineering.
• Experience managing globally distributed engineering teams across different time zones.

Work environment

• Work is typically performed in a hybrid office setting with access to specialized acoustics labs and hardware testing facilities.
• Collaboration involves frequent interaction with software developers, hardware engineers, and product marketing managers.
• Standard office hours are common, though significant product launches may require extended evening or weekend work.
• Occasional travel to manufacturing sites or international industry trade shows like NAMM or IBC is expected.
• The culture is often a blend of rigorous engineering discipline and a passion for creative media technology.

Benefits & growth

• Compensation packages usually include a high base salary, performance bonuses, and stock options or restricted stock units.
• Career progression typically leads to Director or Vice President of Engineering or Product Management roles.
• Professional development is supported through attendance at major industry conferences and technical summits.
• The role offers significant influence over the future of tools used by world-class musicians and media creators.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness benefits are standard for this level of seniority in the technology sector.