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Interaction/UX Sound Designer - Wearables

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Base Pay Range

$137,000.00/yr - $191,000.00/yr

About the Role

Join the pioneers of audio experiences at Meta. We are on a mission to revolutionize how people interact with technology through sound. As a Sound Designer, you'll shape the sonic landscape of products like Ray-Ban Meta and create immersive experiences that redefine human connection.

Define the future of audio and haptics. As a key member of our Creative Audio team, you'll design and deliver innovative User Interface/User Experience sounds for Meta’s products, including Wearables hardware and apps, creating intuitive and emotionally resonant experiences.

Collaborate with a talented team of creatives, engineers, and innovators passionate about pushing audio design frontiers, with a track record of iconic sonic experiences such as Meta Quest, Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses, Messenger, and Instagram.

Responsibilities

• Drive complex interaction sound design and haptics projects from discovery to completion.
• Create memorable sonic experiences for billions of Meta users.
• Translate broad concepts into actionable sound design deliverables.
• Create and maintain sound design systems, standards, and guidelines.
• Act as a source of truth for sound design standards and best practices.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, fluid environment.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners for seamless system integration.
• Use data-driven insights to influence business decisions.
• Ensure product consistency and efficiency through quality and resource leverage.
• Develop and maintain a consistent sonic brand identity across Meta's touchpoints.
• Communicate effectively with technical teams to ensure proper sound implementation.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years creating UI sonic experiences for mobile, hardware, or immersive environments.
• Understanding of Design Systems and system-level thinking.
• Experience designing bespoke sounds for high-profile products.
• Proficiency in sound synthesis and Foley recording.
• Strong communication skills across stakeholders, with good time management.
• Proficiency in Pro Tools or similar DAWs.
• Understanding of human-centered design principles.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues systematically.
• Experience managing project milestones and deliverables.
• Knowledge of haptics design patterns and principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing UI/UX audio for AR and VR experiences.
• Experience with spatial audio and mixing in various formats.
• Creating audio for system-level software development.
• Video editing skills (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, Avid, etc.).
• Understanding of programming and technical sound paradigms in immersive mediums.

About Meta

Meta builds technologies to connect people, communities, and businesses. From Facebook’s launch in 2004 to immersive experiences like AR and VR, we aim to shape the future of social technology beyond screens and physical limits.

Meta is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories and participate in the E-Verify program where required.

We are committed to reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. Contact us at accommodations-ext@fb.com if needed.

Compensation

$137,000/year to $191,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits. Actual compensation depends on skills, experience, and location. Benefits details are available at Meta.