Director of R&D, Loudspeaker Systems, Global
Core
Leading the global R&D branch for Loudspeaker Systems, defining long-term research strategies and aligning technological capabilities with business objectives to maintain competitive advantage in professional sound systems.
Role type
Director of R&D (Strategy & Department Leadership)
Builds
Loudspeaker systems and underlying technology platforms for live events, music festivals, and major sporting ceremonies.
Domain
Professional audio engineering / Acoustics / Live event technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | research | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic planning, cross-functional leadership, technology integration, stakeholder management, performance monitoring, talent development, innovation management
Preferred skills
Experience in R&D management, knowledge of loudspeaker systems, ability to foster cross-branch collaboration
Technologies
Loudspeaker systems, technology platforms, R&D methodologies
Responsibilities
Develop and execute R&D strategy aligned with business objectives; Manage and provide strategic direction to Department leadership (Research, Technology, Product Development); Drive exploration and integration of new technologies; Attract, develop, and manage a diverse team of R&D professionals; Define and track KPIs for R&D activities.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & department management