Universal Creative · 13 hours ago
Manager, System Integration (Software) - Expat to Singapore
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expUniversal Creative is a company focused on developing innovative experiences using advanced technologies. The System Integration Manager will oversee the hardware/software integration process, manage vendor relationships, and ensure the successful delivery of integrated systems for various projects.
Entertainment
Responsibilities
Manage the hardware/software integration process from conception to final release. Contribute to planning, budgeting, and design and implementation of applications, systems, and components in support of new Universal Creative work. Participate in software, network, and/or electronic architecture and technical reviews for various teams for inputs and to provide guidance for areas of risk or scope gaps
Research and design systems to handle closed loop network systems including human machine interfaces and ride and show network inputs
Develop hardware/software specifications that will be bid to third party development teams
Manage vendors assigned to design, develop, and/or test integration scopes for hardware and software systems. Manage contracts released to vendors. Participate in the entire contracting process from initiation to close-out
Manage modifications to hardware/software systems as required based upon design and field conditions. Drive technical improvements across all attractions. Execute, witness or approve testing and test results as assigned and authorized by Engineering and Safety management. Reduce data and report on test results
Work closely with Creative development teams on creating the concept of the overall experience and ensuring delivery meets all creative requirements
Create mockups and proof-of-concepts. Oversee contractor’s mock-up, prototype and acceptance testing efforts to ensure results reflect the final installed system
Manage hardware/software development teams (external and internal teams). Facilitate input from multiple teams including operations and technical teams to create standardized solutions for integration of systems. Facilitate communication between teams for clear delineation of scope for each responsible individual and vendor
Stay up-to-date with the latest in technology and industry trends and introduce new technology concepts to Universal Destinations & Experiences
Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering/Science, or a related field required
10+ years managing internal and/or external team(s) delivering hardware components required
5+ years of hardware and software development required
3+ years of experience with Virtual Reality and/or Augmented Reality system required
Advanced vendor management & negotiating
Web User Interface Analysis and Usability Testing
Web Programming: Front End Technologies: HTML, CSS, DHTML, JavaScript and JavaScript frameworks
Strong understanding of UX/UI design, up to date with latest user experience design trends
Advanced experience in appropriate disciplines for particular position
Embedded computer chip design/System on a Chip
Various RF technologies (RFID, UHF, Wi-Fi, etc.)
Wearable/Mobile hardware
Haptics
Head Mounted /Heads Up Displays
Experience with mobile platforms, particularly iOS, Android
Experience with analytics solutions, standards-compliant code
Working knowledge of game development engines such as Unity and Unreal
Working knowledge of C++, C#, and/or Java
Familiar with Agile development process
Strong troubleshooting skills
Ability to “think outside the box” to deliver creative solutions to challenges
Ability to work well in a team environment
Excellent customer focus
Strong communication skills
Strong team orientation and excellent interpersonal skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Self-motivated, particularly with regards to maintaining technical skills and willing to take on new challenges
Ability to meet deadlines, multi-task, and work under pressure
Flexibility with working on both long-term and short-term projects
Passionate about hardware and software technologies, and how to integrate it
Some travel required (less than 30%)
Preferred
Advanced degrees preferred
3+ years of experience within the amusement industry preferred
Company
Universal Creative
At Universal Creative, we design, develop, and deliver the most compelling themed entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Destinations & Experiences around the globe.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gene Dobrzyn
Senior Vice President, Chief Project Management Officer
Erica Landis
Assistant Director, Human Resources Business Partner
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