Lab Manager, Augmented Reality

2 Months ago • 7-10 Years • Administrative • $142,000 PA - $211,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

This role involves managing a lab supporting Google's augmented reality (AR) initiatives. Responsibilities include defining and implementing long-term lab strategies, overseeing device pools and technicians, providing technical support (software/hardware), maintaining documentation, managing stakeholder relationships, and providing performance metrics. The ideal candidate has a strong background in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field, along with extensive experience in hardware, lab management, and Linux systems. The team develops infrastructure, tools, and processes for building and releasing Android XR platforms and products.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
  • 4+ years hardware experience
  • 4+ years lab program management
  • 3+ years Linux experience
  • Manage lab infrastructure & processes
  • Oversee device pools & technicians
  • Provide technical support
  • Maintain documentation
Good to have:
  • Master's or PhD in relevant field
  • Experience with device flashing/debugging
  • Network administration experience
  • AR/VR experience
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a specialized field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP, etc.), or equivalent practical experience.
  • 4 years of experience working in a hardware technical environment, or 3 years of experience with an advanced degree.
  • 4 years of tech lab program management.
  • 3 years of experience working with Linux-based operating systems and devices.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP).
  • Experience with device flashing, debugging, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with Network Administration.
  • Experience with AR/VR.

About the job

Be part of a diverse team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

The XR Developer Experience and Productivity Infrastructure team is developing infrastructure, tools and processes to build, test, and release Android XR platforms and products. We support developers, partners and stakeholders to deliver on a regular cadence, with maximum velocity and trust.

The Google Augmented Reality team is a diverse group of experts tasked with building the foundations for great immersive computing and building helpful, delightful user experiences. We're focused on making immersive computing accessible to billions of people through mobile devices, and our scope continues to grow and evolve.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $142,000-$211,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. 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 .

Responsibilities

  • Manage the lab by defining and implementing a long-term strategy to deliver lab infrastructure and processes for internal and external release workflows.
  • Oversee device pools and lab technicians to ensure devices are updated, configured, and available for engineering client teams.
  • Provide technical support by assisting with software installations, hardware troubleshooting, and device repairs.
  • Maintain documentation by keeping accurate records of lab activities, device information, and procedures.
  • Manage stakeholder relationships by collecting requirements, updating the lab roadmap and upgrading the lab as the scope changes and scale increases. Provide lab effectiveness metrics to stakeholders and client teams.

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