Sound Engineer 3

Post Date

May 01, 2026

Location

Menlo Park,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

94025
US
Jun 30, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Designer

Req #

SJC-1d9118cd-cfec-4314-86fc-d2461a9ae6a6

Pay Rate

$56 - $70 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a remote sound engineer. They are responsible for designing, creating, and integrating original audio elements — including sound effects, ambient soundscapes, and sonic textures — into interactive and media-driven projects. This role requires a strong creative sensibility combined with technical expertise in audio production and post-production workflows, where high-quality, immersive audio experiences are the primary deliverable. We can pay $30-65/hour based on years of experience.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

Proficiency and access to an enterprise account for one or more Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Steinberg Nuendo, Adobe Audition, Reaper, Vegas Pro, or Ableton Live.

● Strong working knowledge of audio middleware and interactive audio tools.

● Deep understanding of sound design principles, psychoacoustics, and spatial audio techniques.

● Experience with field recording, Foley artistry, and audio post-production workflows.

● Familiarity with audio file formats, codec standards, and platform delivery specifications.

● Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.

● Strong communication and collaboration skills within cross-functional creative teams.

● Access to an enterprise-level sound library subscription will be provided; candidates are not required to supply their own. All audio assets used must remain properly

licensed and free of any intellectual property, copyright, or third-party ownership restrictions

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Industry Experience: Prior work across a range of formats including commercials, games, episodic content, and sound features.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.