Lead Developer (Unity)

Univrse; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A creative technology studio in Barcelona is seeking a Lead Developer (Unity) to drive the development of innovative VR products. In this role, you'll mentor a team, manage technical aspects, and shape the technological vision. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of Unity experience and a passion for XR technologies. Join a dynamic and international team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of immersive experiences.

Servicios

Competitive salary

Breakfast, fruit & snacks

Cultural and leisure activities

Formación

• 6+ years of experience as a Unity developer, at least 2 in a leadership role.
• Proven experience working on live products.
• Hands-on experience in XR applications development.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor a team of developers.
• Design scalable, robust, and high-performance solutions.
• Oversee the development lifecycle from concept through deployment.

Conocimientos

Unity development

Software engineering best practices

Client-server architecture

XR applications development

Version control systems

Agile development methodologies

Herramientas

RESTful APIs

CI/CD pipelines

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Univrse is a Barcelona-based content creation VR studio developing premium multi-user immersive and interactive XR experiences. Our multidisciplinary and international team combines the physical, digital, and virtual worlds to create fascinating experiences. We love to open new paths to find unconventional solutions in the field of XR technologies.

Position Overview

We are on the lookout for a Lead Developer (Unity) to join our dynamic team. You will be driving the development of our cutting-edge VR products, manage a team of talented developers, and be integral in shaping the technological vision of our projects. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for innovation.

What will you do?

• Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Take ownership of the technical side of the immersive experiences we produce. Designing scalable, robust and high-performance solutions.
• Implement best practices for code quality, testing, integration and delivery as well as documentation.
• Oversee the development lifecycle from concept through deployment, ensuring timely delivery of features.
• Collaborate closely with product managers with regards to deadlines and resource management.
• Work together with artists and designers to ensure alignment and integration of all components.
• Oversee resource allocation and prioritize initiatives, balancing speed and quality to meet project demands.
• Stay current with industry trends and technologies, and drive innovation within the team.

Must have hard skills

• 6+ years of experience as a Unity developer, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role.
• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices and architectures.
• Proven experience working on live products.
• Solid understanding of client-server architecture and topologies.
• Hands-on experience in XR applications development.
• Proficiency with version control systems.
• Familiarity with multiplayer/networked application development, including both server-side and client-side programming.
• Skilled in reviewing code written by other developers via Pull Requests or similar processes.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to lead a team effectively.
• Proactive problem-solver with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong experience working with Agile development methodologies.
• A genuine passion for technological advancements in the XR industry.
• Resolutive mindset with a strong drive to overcome obstacles and deliver effective solutions.
• Committed to mentoring peers, sharing knowledge, and evolving engineering standards within the technical team.

You will have a Big Plus if you are familiar with:

• Knowledge of Game Backend services.
• Hands-on experience integrating RESTful APIs.
• Interest or experience in AI-driven software development.
• Familiarity with art pipelines for VR.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with Asset Management Strategies.
• Experience with live development platforms such as Unity Gaming Services or similar.

What do we offer?

• A young, international, and dynamic work environment that is constantly growing.
• The chance to work on cutting-edge experiences.
• Work with talented people who are industry pioneers.
• Opportunities to experiment with innovative technologies.
• A competitive salary based on knowledge and experience.
• Breakfast, fruit & snacks.
• Beach volleyball on Tuesdays (during the summer).
• Creative retreat with the whole team.
• Frequent cultural and leisure activities.