Lead Unity Developer

Elearning Studios; Coventry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading learning technology firm in Coventry is searching for a talented Lead Unity Developer. This role involves leading the software development of immersive VR simulations and innovative applications using Unity and C#. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in game development and a strong ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical clientele. Join a friendly team that's passionate about VR and AR solutions for learning and training purposes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a software developer.
• Proficient in using Unity and C# for development.
• Ability to lead a team and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development in Unity 3D including VR simulations.
• Develop innovative solutions that meet project objectives.
• Test and revise software, fix bugs, and manage server updates.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to translate technical terms

Proven track record as a software developer

Experience using Unity and C#

Understanding of the GPU pipeline

Experience in VR, AR, serious games

Self-motivation

Tools

Unity

Git

C#

JavaScript

SQL

Linux

Windows

jQuery

DevOps

Job description

Salary

£45,000 - 50,000 per year

Requirements

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to look at the ‘big picture’ and translate the business terms into technical terms.
• Translate technical solutions into language that non-technical colleagues will understand.
• Proven track record as a software developer with a minimum of 5 years’ experience using Unity and C#
• Understanding of the real-time graphics GPU pipeline.
• Extensive experience of working in VR, AR and serious games.
• Experience of providing solutions for customers.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated and able to organise your workload in order to deliver projects on time and to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development in Unity 3D, including VR simulations based on real life scenarios, serious game and applications.
• Unity 3D / game engines development – Setting up the scene, placing assets, modifying materials, creating prefabs, experimenting with visual effects etc.
• Lead a team of artists and developers to create successful, exciting and innovative solutions that meet project objectives and learning goals.
• Programming in C# in line with best practice guidelines.
• Spearhead R&D in the company
• Testing & revisions of software created, finding and fixing bugs.
• Server management : keeping updated and monitoring resource usage.
• Supporting external clients as well as internal users.
• Working with other team members with different disciplines to develop and enhance our platform.
• Organising the performance metric gathering for new apps.

Technologies

• 3D
• C#
• Git
• JavaScript
• Linux
• Mobile
• SQL
• Unity
• VR
• Windows
• jQuery
• GameDev
• DevOps

More

Are you a customer focussed Lead Unity Developer with a passion for technology, innovation, learning and virtual reality? Would you like to make a real difference in developing others?

Here at eLearning Studios we offer a portfolio of learning technology design and development services including Virtual Reality (VR) Training, eLearning, Mobile Learning, Gameful eLearning Design, Apps, Augmented Reality (AR), Serious Games and blended solutions.

We develop content for the private and public sector delivering bespoke and off-the-shelf solutions. We are looking for an enthusiastic, autonomous Lead Unity Developer to join our friendly team and help shape the future of the company. If you feel this is something you would enjoy doing, we would love to hear from you.

The main purpose of this role is to lead the Unity development within the organisation, and to provide solutions for our customers using VR, AR and mobile apps for learning and training.

last updated 49 week of 2025