Sound & AV Engineer - AR/VR Research

Location Cambridge
Discipline: Technology
Job type: Contract
Salary: Up to £64000 per annum
Contact name: Som Rajendra

Contact email: som@principlehr.com
Job ref: 35961
Published: 13 days ago
Startdate: ASAP

Sound & AV Engineer - AR/VR Research

Cambridge (onsite) | Up to £64,000 | 12-month contract | Inside IR35, PAYE, weekly pay

We're looking for a Sound & AV Engineer to join a research team working on next-generation AR/VR. You'll be based in a world-class acoustic lab, setting up kit, capturing high-quality audio and video, and supporting researchers on cutting-edge projects.

What you'll get

  • Salary up to £64,000 (PAYE, weekly pay)
  • 12-month contract, onsite in Cambridge
  • Access to one of the most advanced audio labs in the world

What you'll do

  • Set up and run audio/video recording sessions
  • Process recordings using scripts and tools
  • Collaborate with researchers and volunteers


What you'll need

  • Experience in sound engineering or AV technician roles (mics, DAWs, interfaces)
  • Strong attention to detail, organisation and communication skills
  • A genuine interest in sound and audio

Nice to have: Python, Linux/command line or database experience.


Apply now to be part of a team shaping the future of immersive audio.