About Splash

Our mission is to bring the joy of music making to everyone, and we’ve been pioneering the intersection of artificial intelligence and music since 2017.

We've made significant strides in connecting artists and fans, particularly through our engaging experiences on Roblox, which have captivated millions of young users. By leveraging the power of AI, we're reshaping the way people interact with and create music.

With the support of renowned investors including Amazon's Alexa Fund and Khosla Ventures, Splash is poised for rapid growth. We're actively expanding our diverse team of talented musicians, engineers, and creatives who share our passion for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in music and AI.

The Role:

We are hiring a Technical Project Manager to assist with managing our product roadmap and relevant projects related to our two key products - a Roblox music game & a web app in the music AI space. This role will see you working closely with the respective Product Owners as well as other key internal stakeholders, including our CTO, General Manager, Senior Developers, and UX/UI Designers, to ensure key sprint milestones & projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with our business goals.

Your role will involve managing deliverables, overseeing Jira tickets & boards, and leveraging product metrics & user data to assist with optimising our product strategies.

We are looking for someone with experience working in high traffic consumer web tools/apps, game production or technology-focused roles. You will have strong technical understanding, enabling you to work effectively alongside Senior Software Engineers, Machine Learning Researchers, Game Developers & Designers. Some level of experience and understanding of AI and Machine Learning/Deep Learning is a plus. You are incredibly organized and love being the 'glue' that helps teams communicate & work together effectively to create incredible products.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Product Owners to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Manage the project timeline, ensuring that milestones are met and that the team is on track.
• Oversee Jira management, including setting up and maintaining boards, tracking progress, and ensuring transparency in project status.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (CTO, General Manager, Senior Developers, UX/UI Designer) to gather requirements and provide regular updates on project progress.
• Identify potential roadblocks and work with the team to develop solutions that keep projects moving forward.
• Assist in prioritizing tasks and managing the product backlog.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration within the team, ensuring everyone is aligned on project objectives.
• Monitor project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, and report on progress, risks, and issues to the Product Owners and other stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement by suggesting and implementing enhancements to project management processes.

About You:

• A passion for music, technology, gaming and general interest in AI.
• Experience leading digital projects in web, apps, consumer products or in gaming.
• Strong project management skills with experience in agile methodologies, particularly in a non-technical scrum master capacity.
• Proven experience in managing technical projects, with the ability to work closely with engineers, designers, artists and technical product managers.
• Familiarity with Jira or other project management tools and a solid understanding of software development lifecycles.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive projects to completion.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable adapting to changing priorities.
• Experience in a startup environment is a plus, with a passion for solving complex problems and driving innovative solutions.
• High level of accountability, persistence, and the ability to work independently and remotely.
• Working rights in Australia.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working on a product shipping AI features and working with ML teams to scope and prioritise
• Experience or interest in gaming and/or music, as our team is a mix of music lovers, creatives, and gamers.
• Being based in Brisbane is a bonus, but we welcome remote team members across Australia and internationally. For this position, we strongly prefer Aussie timezone.

What to Expect:

• Work alongside our CEO and VP of Engineering, who between them bring a wealth of knowledge from previous roles at Soundcloud, Audible, Spotify, Twitch, and YouTube.
• We are a small, agile team, but we're backed by leading investors including Amazon’s Alexa Fund, Khosla Ventures, BITKRAFT Ventures, and King River Capital.
• Be part of a talented and highly dynamic team that values initiative and imagination - we also love music.
• We offer a competitive salary and remote/flexible work options. Remote opportunities are available, or work flexibly from our office hub in Fortitude Valley.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Music has the incredible ability to bridge divides and bring people together, regardless of their background or identity. Like the industry we work within, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We actively seek out and welcome voices from all backgrounds and believe that diverse perspectives fuel our creativity and drive success.

Application Process:

Please apply or feel free to send your resume and email to our Head of People & Culture, steph@splashmusic.com.

We are not currently working with recruiters on this role.

For more info, visit splashmusic.com.