XR Project Manager

Summary

Join Lucid Reality Labs, a top XR company, as a Project Manager to lead and oversee innovative XR development projects. You will ensure timely project delivery, exceeding client expectations through continuous innovation. Manage key client accounts, building strong relationships and identifying new opportunities. Contribute to elevating the team's technical capabilities and fostering a culture of growth. This role requires extensive project management experience in XR, strong technical expertise, and exceptional leadership skills. You will manage budgets, optimize resources, and ensure cost-effective project execution. A passion for XR and a forward-thinking approach are essential.

Requirements

• Experience: 4+ years of project management experience, preferably in XR, AR, VR, or game development, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within scope
• Technical Expertise: 3+ years of software development experience. Solid understanding of software development life cycles, particularly Agile or Scrum frameworks, with practical experience in immersive technologies to collaborate effectively with engineering, design, and art teams
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate distributed cross-functional teams, manage resources, and meet timelines while ensuring stakeholder expectations are met and project excellence is achieved
• Budget and Resource Management: Strong experience in managing budgets, optimizing resources, and ensuring cost-effective project execution
• Client-Centric Focus: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring clear communication, managing expectations, and delivering solutions that exceed client needs
• Effective Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders. Experience working with external partners, vendors, and contractors to ensure smooth project execution and integration
• Data-Driven Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying challenges early and leveraging data insights and metrics to implement creative solutions, ensuring timely project delivery and overall success
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adjusting to evolving project requirements and shifting priorities
• Passion for XR: Deep enthusiasm for XR technologies with a forward-thinking approach to creating immersive experiences that transform industries

Responsibilities

• Lead and Manage Projects: Oversee XR projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery, high quality, and successful outcomes. Conduct post-project evaluations to identify successes and areas for improvement
• Develop and Maintain Schedules: Create project timelines, manage risks, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation
• Monitor Project Progress: Track milestones and overall goals, making adjustments as needed to ensure on-time delivery
• Mitigate Risks: Proactively identify and resolve potential risks to maintain project flow
• Manage Budgets: Ensure projects are delivered within financial constraints while maintaining quality standards
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with internal and external teams to define project scope and deliverables, ensuring alignment with client needs
• Build Client Relationships: Serve as the main point of contact, managing expectations, providing updates, and fostering long-term partnerships. Offer post-delivery support and training to ensure successful adoption of XR solutions
• Drive Efficiency and Innovation: Continuously improve project processes and drive innovation within the XR space, ensuring compliance with industry standards
• Mentor Team Members: Support the professional growth of your team, fostering a culture of learning and excellence

Preferred Qualifications

Industry Knowledge: Up-to-date with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in XR, AR, VR, and immersive technologies, with a keen interest in advancing the field

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• 24 working days paid vacation, 7 days sick leave, and public holidays
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge XR and AI technologies
• Open-minded and outside-the-box ideas embodied in life
• Award-winning and diverse team to grow together
• Minimum bureaucracy and a great Collaborative, innovative, and supportive working environment