Unity Developer 2026

IHMC; Pensacola, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IHMC, the Institute for Human & Machine Cognition, in Pensacola, FL, seeks a Unity Developer to advance our VR research project. You will develop and optimize VR applications using Unity, and write clean C# code.

Collaborate with researchers to design features, test across diverse VR settings, and ensure performance. Recent graduates are welcome; prior VR and multiplayer experience with Mirror is a plus; join a team that pushes boundaries.

Qualifications

• Experience in 3D Unity game development.
• Proficient in C# and scripting for game logic.
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement VR applications using the Unity game engine.
• Create optimized, game-ready assets and scenes for high performance in a VR context.
• Write robust and maintainable C# code for various game functionalities.
• Collaborate with team members to design and develop new features for the virtual environment.
• Test and debug applications to ensure smooth functionality in varied VR settings.

Skills

Unity 3D

C# scripting

VR development

Tools

Mirror networking

Unity profiling/tools

Job description

Join IHMC (Institute for Human & Machine Cognition), a trailblazer in scientific research, as we continue to push the boundaries with our well-established virtual reality project now in its sixth year. Located in Pensacola, Florida, we are seeking a dedicated Unity Developer to further enhance our initiative dedicated to testing new technologies. Our project has matured into a robust platform for virtual reality innovation with a focus on creating simulated environments to test and develop new technologies, making significant contributions to both academic research and practical applications.

Core Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement virtual reality applications using the Unity game engine.
• Create optimized, game-ready assets and scenes for high performance in a virtual reality context.
• Write robust and maintainable C# code for various game functionalities.
• Collaborate with team members to design and develop new features for the virtual environment.
• Test and debug applications to ensure smooth functionality in varied VR settings.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in 3D Unity game development.
• Proficient in C# and scripting for game logic and interactions.
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous work involving virtual reality applications.
• Experience with multiplayer game architecture and networking, ideally with Mirror.
• Strong understanding of scene optimization techniques in Unity.

Why Join Us?

At IHMC, you will work alongside top professionals in a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and creativity. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with advanced virtual reality technologies that have the potential to influence future tech landscapes. We provide competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work atmosphere.

Pensacola is a great place to live! The weather is (almost) always perfect for outdoor activities like sailing on the bay, volleyball on the white sand beaches, kayaking on Blackwater River, or camping right by the waves. The lab is located in Downtown Pensacola, surrounded by tasty restaurants, art museums, concert venues, farmers markets, and food trucks. Pensacola thrives on never-ending music, dining, dancing and cultural diversity located right at your fingertips. You'll love it here!

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Location: Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC), Pensacola, FL