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Looking for a Director of Unity Engineering (Direct Hire) for a VR/AR company in SF. Must be passionate about VR and interested in the space. This Silicon Valley small business brings AR and VR to medical simulation training. Must be in the San Francisco region, once things are back open after Covid, onsite is required because collaboration is a huge part of being on this engineering team. DAY TO DAY: Provide strategic direction and innovation in the design and implementation Must know engineer strategy, full lifecycle of a project Develop the team through mentoring, and continually building the team's capabilities. Must have experience driving the company product, team objectives, and decision-making Must have experience working closely with product and talk to our customers to address strategy, implementation and pain points Continue our culture of collaboration, innovation, inclusion and data-driven decisions C# in Unity, on windows experience WANTED: Bachelors in Software Engineering or Computer Science 10+ years in engineering, deep knowledge and experience with Unity Ability to manage a small team and oversee other engineers work Excellent communicator, oral and written Deep experience developing 3D applications Familiarity with VR and/or AR platforms, such as the HTC Vive, Valve Index, Oculus Rift/Quest, Gear VR, and Hololens Ability to sometimes work a flexible schedule with colleagues on different coasts A plus: 3D graphics, modelling, rigging, artist experience. Node JS, AWS Roll-up-your-sleeves attitude Detail oriented, able to keep a team on top of deadlines Apply now to learn more about this role!

Looking for direct hire mid to senior level Web Engineer / Full Stack Engineer. Must be passionate about VR and interested in the space. This Silicon Valley small business brings AR and VR to medical simulation training. Must be in the San Francisco region, once things are back open after Covid, onsite is required because collaboration is a huge part of being on this engineering team. Experience Level: 3-5+ years of building back end applications and front end applications Expert in Node.JS and AngularJS Knowledgable about back end server architecture Create new features from ideation to completion and implementation Modify or address features or strategy for customers, address tech problems Must understand engineering in the VR environment Build out moderator application for the instructors that instruct upon the training simulations Experience with Unity WebGL Experience with Git or other version control tools A plus: Socket.IO, AWS, ElectronJS Passion for all things VR/AR like HTC Vive, Valve Index, Oculus Rift/Quest, Gear VR, and Hololens

Looking for direct hire mid to senior level Unity Developers. Must be passionate about VR and interested in the space. This Silicon Valley small business brings AR and VR to medical simulation training. Must be in the San Francisco region, once things are back open after Covid, onsite is required because collaboration is a huge part of being on this engineering team. DAY TO DAY: Ability to build a multiplayer first-person virtual simulation environment for Oculus Quest and Vive Pro devices. Create new features from ideation to completion and implementation Modify or address features or strategy for customers, address tech problems Must understand engineering in the VR environment Build out moderator application for the instructors that instruct upon the training simualtions. Must be strong in C# in Unity via Windows WANTED: 3-5+ years of experience in Unity using C# 3-5+ years developing 3D applications High level knowledge of Unity production pipeline & process for different types of asset utilization Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or technical degree Git or other version control tool experience Must be a strong communicator, oral and written Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively 1 year of experience developing a VR or AR product. Passion for all things VR/AR like HTC Vive, Valve Index, Oculus Rift/Quest, Gear VR, and Hololens Node. JS backend code Amazon Web Services infrastructure experience Any medical experience always an added bonus too The mission of this our client is for high-impact purpose. There are hundreds of thousands of patients that die each year due to medical errors that were preventable. Come work with our engineer and medical team to dig into this problem and train the doctors, nurses and health professionals of the future. A PLUS: 1+ year of experience developing a mobile VR product Experience on Oculus Quest, Gear VR, Google Cardboard, VR HMD VR product deployment A plus if you have rigging, modeling, animation, lighting, 3D graphics knowledge A good eye for scene optimization, artistry and profiling with the Unity Apply now to learn more about this role!

Onward Search has an exciting opportunity for a Production Designer with a leading healthcare non-profit. Specific responsibilities will include updating working on mostly print and digital marketing materials. Updating collateral material in English, Spanish, Chinese, and Tagalog. No foreign language or translation skills required. You must have 2+ years of graphic design experience. Healthcare experience is a plus! This is an opportunity located in San Francisco that will start working from home and possibly require returning to the office when things open back up. Expertise in Adobe Cloud – InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Powerpoint Knowledge of Wordpress is a plus Strong communication and written skills are important Must have strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task *Preference for candidates who have own equipment/laptop at home to start.

Onward Search is looking for a versatile Product Marketing Copywriter to help craft and deliver a compelling and authentic voice for the Marketplace seller community. The Product Marketing Copywriter will help craft narrative frameworks that bring programs and product features to life, attract new prospects and engage our existing seller base. This position will write for print and digital platforms, providing a distinct, cohesive brand voice to support clear content strategy for targeted audiences. The successful candidate will be adept at developing multiple varied approaches for numerous methods of communicating to an audience, whether knocking out snappy headlines for social media posts to creating enticing ad copy for a segmented population. You should have experience gathering and understanding information from multiple sources across a number of disciplines including sales, product and program management, Job Responsibilities: Express a cohesive brand narrative across multiple print and digital platforms to build excitement about our client, convey its strengths, and increase engagement with prospective and existing sellers Vehicles include web, email marketing, digital advertising, print, video/audio scripts, blog posts, guides, white papers, and more Craft authentic, vibrant copy that highlights value proposition and tells our brand story with personality and purpose while working with fast-moving deadlines Collaborate with the Senior Content Strategist and Marketplace Brand & Marketing team on content strategy and content requests Stay current with and help develop Marketplace best practices and create new processes to help streamline content requests and delivery Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, advertising, English or a closely related field 2 years of product marketing writing experience with a creative agency, in-house team or media company Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining a written “voice” for a brand, with a clear sense of what is authentic to both the company and the audience Passion for software product and technology, interest in eCommerce and retail. Demonstrated creativity in writing for multiple digital and print vehicles, and in nimbly adapting content to suit the strengths of different platforms Experience working with a variety of stakeholder and business partner teams, including product management, product marketing, social and community managers, customer service, sales, and external communications disciplines Demonstrated ability to develop and execute effective B2B marketing campaigns Excellent grammar and proofreading skills with scrupulous attention to accuracy Energetic and resourceful team contributor, with the ability to both collaborate effectively and work on multiple projects in a fast-paced, fluid environment Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience with various CMS and analytics tools such as Wordpress, Hubspot, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Google Analytics, etc. Experience with the LinkedIn platform, including ad creation and management Working knowledge of multimedia software, such as Adobe Creative Suite, and of HTML/CSS a plus Prefer candidates with a data-driven and analytics background for websites and social media Advanced presentation and PowerPoint skills is a plus

Account Manager wanted! We work cross-functionally with Ad Sales, Product, and Category Marketing teams. Externally, we work with suppliers' Brand Managers, Analytics, and E-Commerce teams, Key Accounts Managers focus on 2-3 accounts each and report the Key Account Leads.  Responsibilities: o Develop strong supplier relationships and manage the day-to-day need, plus quarterly planning and communication cadence for selected Key Accounts o Help build the Global Accounts service practice through professionalism, establishing process, creating real customer value, and driving revenue for the team o Build and execute strategic plans to grow advertising revenue from suppliers based on a deep understanding of the suppliers’ business goals and marketing objectives They need to excel in problem solving and process executors. The ability to follow through on projects and maintain accountability is extremely important. The position requires experience working on a cross-functional, revenue-generating team within a complex organization. Requirements: o Ability to lead day-to-day relationships and work with management and multifunctional teams to respond to supplier needs. o Meticulously detail-oriented project management to ensure we increase the strength of our relationships with key suppliers and their investment in Walmart advertising o Familiarity with analytics, advertising data/tech, and DMP technologies, paired with strong analytical and quantitative skills, problem-solving o Resourceful in maneuvering through a large company while working in a nimble and fast paced environment – ability to adapt and thrive in any business situation o Excellent follow through to see projects/tasks from beginning to deadline o Willingness and desire to be a key individual contributor and strong team player o Strong written and verbal communication skills, presentation skills along with cross company and partner collaboration skills. Ability to be clear, concise, and effective in communication. o Capability to work proactively under pressure and handling multiple ad hoc requests Experience Needed: o 3-4 years of strategic partnership, customer success or account management experience in media or advertising o 3-4 years of digital media or advertising experience, preferably from an agency or within a sales organization o 5 years of strategic partnership, customer success or account management experience in media or advertising o 5 years of digital media or advertising experience, preferably from an agency or within a sales organization o 2 years or retail or e-commerce experience    

Our client, a luxury automotive mobility company, is looking for a Sr. UX Program Manager with a passion for creating amazing experiences on screen and in physical environments. This is a direct hire or contract-to-hire position (depending on preference), 40 hrs/wk onsite in the East Bay Area. *Remote to start, until shelter-in-place lifts and open to relo candidates. Responsibilities include: Help define UX process and operation for the client's vehicle infotainment system, website, and mobile app Collaborate constructively with designers, engineers, researchers, and external partners Drive milestones for high level and/or detailed user flows, wireframes, and prototypes Partner with researchers to drive key agendas for usability testing as needed Champion the process in meetings, making sure designers are on the right track with time and volume of deliverables Define and manage strategic initiatives that improve design team efficiency Facilitate meetings to drive progress against goals and objectives, and establishing clear next steps Coordinate and organize overall design activities and keep all designers on the track Wear a "designer's hat" and be able to share constructive feedback based on your own insight Collaborate cross-functionally with design management, engineering, product management, user research and content strategy to ensure a smooth product development process Support the management team with effective communication, proactive problem solving, information distribution Experience: BA/BS in (User experience, interaction, graphic, product, industrial, etc.), HCI, or related field 10+ years of experience as a digital producer, project manager or program manager with experience establishing programs, supporting design teams, and developing relationships Experience with software/hardware products, IoT, or automotive/in-car Track record of operating independently/operational thought leadership Experience collaborating for product strategy/shipping products Experience working with design and engineering Understand data to influence on outcomes Nice to haves: Experience with Luxury Automotive Brands Experience with Luxury Product Marketing in the US, EU, and China Voice user experience Design experience for Consumer Electronics Product a plus Experience multi-lingual digital product UI for consumers

Onward Search has an exciting opportunity for an up and coming UX Research professional working on international research projects in our clients San Francisco office. Apply today to learn more! Assist in end-to-end recruitment needs, including survey and phone screening participants Lead service design approach for participant communication, scheduling, and incentive management Manage access to participants, research tools and services Maintain data retention and privacy policies Ensure appropriate maintenance of research facilities; procure appropriate equipment as needed Support management and storage of research findings as needed Assist in managing contracts and relationships with external vendors as needed Assist in tracking and keeping research budget up to date as needed Relevant experience 3+ years experience in research operations, research recruiting or research coordination roles Experience in administrative duties such as phone screening, scheduling, project management, and budget tracking Ability to see gaps and suggest ways to create more efficient participant recruitment processes Familiarity with the product development process and design methods Ability to work across multiple projects, in a fast-paced environment Flexible with working hours to accommodate international research needs Excellent communication skills, through speaking, drawing, and writing Effective collaboration with a range of functions, including legal, security, design, data science and more Experience managing global research logistics Experience building and maintaining participant panels Experience working in an agile setting Ability to bring your personal interests and passions to the role to provide a unique perspective to research–whether from modern art, trends in architecture, 19th century history, cultural anthropology, or whatever gets you going Openness to learn from people who are much different than you and a willingness to challenge your own assumptions Ability to work flexibly and efficiently, exercising a balance between process rigor and agility High comfort level in working within a proactive culture and navigating ambiguity; Openness to critique from other disciplines and curiosity to learn from a spectrum of perspectives

Our Digital Agency client is looking for a Full-Stack Developer with GraphQL experience to start immediately for an ongoing freelance PART TIME assignment. You will report to the Project Lead and be responsible for building out API's for an embeddable widget that lives on people's websites. We are seeking Full-Stack Developers who meet the following requirements: Must have Full-Stack Dev experience in JS Must be proficient in GraphQL Bonus if you've worked in Apollo

Onward Search has an exciting Visual Designer opportunity with a premier financial client in Palo Alto. This candidate will be joining a mobile development team to create visuals and brand feel for a new application. You will be working with UX Designers and the Development team, so working cross functionally is a key component. This opportunity will start as a remote opportunity for the foreseeable future, but with the intention of eventually going back on site so you must be local. If you're interested in hearing more, apply today! Responsibilities: Participate in the full design process from user research, concept creation, story boarding, interaction design and visual design You will work closely with the leadership team to translate business strategy into compelling visual artifacts You will collaborate with an experienced agency to create a brand identity for the new venture. You will translate this brand identity to a visual system for all touchpoints both online and offline, to customers, stakeholders and general public! You will express your creativity through authentic storytelling and attractive artifacts such as posters, infographics, posters, videos etc. You will create high quality keynote and Powerpoint presentations to be used internally and externally Requirements: Recently completed or working towards a degree in graphic design, visual design, or other related fields An online portfolio or samples of work demonstrating relevant experience Familiarity with design thinking and service design Ability to communicate abstract design concepts visually, in a beautiful, clear and engaging manner Proficiency with design tools (i.e. Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, InVision, Axure) Understanding of UX design principles and ability to apply design principles in a user interface context Ability to collaborate across various functional areas in the organizations and make the case for change through design Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment