Head of Digital Asset Performance Management

Head - Design & Development Mumbai, India (Full-Time)

As a young and fast-emerging brand, we combine design innovation with technical expertise to deliver intelligent acoustic solutions that enhance comfort, creativity, and performance in every environment.

Powered by our strategic partnership with Vicoustic, Portugal - a global leader in acoustic technology and the inventor of the revolutionary VMT (Virtual Material Technology) series—Uniacoustic brings world-class innovation to India. Our solutions are crafted to not only solve sound challenges but also elevate the aesthetic appeal of spaces with versatile designs, textures, and finishes.

At Uniacoustic, we believe in building beyond products—we are cultivating an ecosystem of sustainability, collaboration, and creativity. As we expand our footprint, Uniacoustic continues to be driven by its mission to transform spaces into experiences. We are seeking a visionary and detail-oriented design leader to head our Design & Development team. This is a unique opportunity for a commercial architect or interior designer with a deep passion for spatial design and an interest in product innovation to transition into a high-impact leadership role in the interior acoustics industry.

As the Head of Design & Development, you will lead the end-to-end process of designing and developing acoustic products that seamlessly blend aesthetic excellence, functional performance, and user-centric thinking. This role sits at the intersection of architecture, interior design, material innovation, and product development; with the creative freedom and executive access to bring bold new ideas to life.

Product Design & Development
Lead the conceptualization and design of innovative acoustic solutions with a focus on form, function, and performance.
Supervise the creation of 3D models, renderings, and prototypes for validation and internal approvals.
Research and integrate sustainable, eco-friendly materials that align with current environmental standards and performance needs.
Explore new surface treatments, embossing techniques, and finish options to expand the aesthetic possibilities of acoustic products.
Work with suppliers to improve material durability, acoustical performance, and design flexibility.

Customization & Market-Driven Design
Create modular, parametric, and customizable product systems adaptable to various project contexts.
Stay informed about evolving trends in architecture, interior design, and acoustics, and translate them into meaningful product innovations.
Oversee the development of digital assets like textures, patterns, renderings for marketing, sampling, and client presentations.

Ensure product designs are optimized for CNC cutting, moulding, and fabrication, minimizing material waste and maximizing production efficiency.
This is not your typical design role. It’s a unique opportunity to step into a leadership position that allows for deep creative exploration, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and high visibility within the industry.

Design Freedom: Direct Access to Leadership: Work closely with the Managing Director, who directly leads and mentors the Design & Development team.
Influence everything from product development and manufacturing to showroom design, exhibition planning, packaging, and architect collaborations.
Travel to international design exhibitions, collaborate with partners in Portugal, and stay ahead of market trends.
Professional Growth: Gain exposure in material science, acoustics, sustainability, prototyping, and client-centred innovation.

A problem-solver with a maker’s mindset, excited to work across design, production, and client coordination.
A strategic thinker who can bridge design intent with real-world execution.

REQUIRED SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Strong design thinking and creative problem-solving abilities.
Ability to create detailed 2D technical drawings and 3D visualizations.
Experience in prototyping and physical model-making.
Strong project management, coordination, and time management skills.
Sharp attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Preferred / Bonus Skills
Hands-on experience with advanced fabrication technologies such as 3D printing, CNC machining, etc.
Strong understanding of sustainable design practices and circular material strategies.
Exposure to acoustic performance design, furniture systems, or product engineering.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design, Product Design, Architecture, or related fields.
Minimum 10-15 years of experience in Product Design, Architecture, or related fields.
Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, 3ds Max, or equivalent tools.

Salary will be commensurate with experience, capabilities, and portfolio quality.

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