VR-AR Software Developer

VARLab; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Southwestern Ontario is seeking a student for a hybrid work-role at Conestoga College. The position involves design, development, and testing of an augmented/virtual reality platform, requiring experience in C++, C#, and Unity3D. Ideal candidates should possess good communication skills and a collaborative spirit, along with familiarity in Agile development practices. This role offers $19.64 per hour for around 35 hours of work per week from September to December.

Qualifications

• Experience in application software design, development, and troubleshooting using Microsoft technologies.
• Development experience in C++, C#, and Unity3D.
• Familiarity with audio and graphical asset management in Unity3D.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach to work.
• Familiarity with Agile software development.
• Previous experience in education, healthcare or industrial manufacturing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test activities for an augmented/virtual reality platform.
• Assist in gathering requirements and ensure quality testing for the projects.
• Participate in agile software development.

Skills

C++

C#

Unity3D

Agile development

Communication skills

Adaptability to new software technologies

Tools

Visual Studio

Job description

This position will run fromapproximately September to December for approximately 35 hours per week. Thewage of this position is $19.64 per hour. It is a hybrid work-location roleworking at the Conestoga College Waterloo Campus. .

• Design, development, and/or testing activities to support the creation an augmented/virtual reality platform that can be easily extended/modified to support a range of demo projects in support of ongoing Applied Research objectives at Conestoga College
• Additional activities will include assisting in gathering requirements, agile software development and software quality testing for the project and research activities as required

Requirements

• Application software design, development and troubleshooting using Microsoft technologies (e.g. Visual Studio on Win10 64bit)
• Development experience in C++, C#, Unity3D
• Familiarity with audio and graphical asset management in Unity3D
• Track record of quickly adapting to new software technologies
• Good communications skills; Collaborative approach to work
• Familiarity with Agile software development and working to a weekly schedule with minimal supervision an asset.
• Previous experience in the fields of education/training, healthcare or industrial manufacturing an asset

Student Eligibility

Both domestic and Internationalstudents are welcome to apply for all approved Work Study positions subject tothe eligibility criteria outlined below. Hiring managers will recruit thecandidate they deem best able to fulfill the requirements of the position.

All Student Applicants must:

• Maintain a full-time course load. Students on a reduced course load may be eligible if they are registered withAccessibility Services
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress – passing 60% of courses and actively progressing through the program
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number(SIN)

Domestic Students Must:

• Be a Canadian citizen, permanentresident or protected person
• Be eligible for OSAP, or another province’s student financial assistance program
• OR Complete the Work Study Eligibility Application, and demonstrate financial need

International Students Must:

• Hold a valid Canadian study permit that allows on-campus employment
• Adhere to all requirements stated on their study permit
• Adhere to all Canadian student visa requirements
• Please note that International studentsmust provide a digital copy of their Study and Work permits at the time ofapplying to a Work Study position.

Commitment to diversity and inclusion:

Conestoga College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Conestoga College provides accommodation throughout the hiring process to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please contact the hiring manager.