Remote VR/AR Content Developer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 in a fully remote capacity seeks a highly creative Remote VR/AR Content Developer to design, develop, and implement immersive content for VR/AR platforms. You will build interactive experiences using Unity or Unreal Engine and collaborate with a distributed team to push the boundaries of immersion.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in software development, with at least 3 years in VR/AR, strong 3D graphics knowledge, and a portfolio of published VR/AR projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Game Dev, Digital Media or related field, or equivalent proven experience.
• Minimum 5 years in software development with at least 3 years in VR/AR.
• Proficiency with Unity (C#) or Unreal Engine (C++/Blueprints).
• Strong understanding of 3D graphics, real-time rendering, and spatial computing.

Responsibilities

• Develop interactive content and experiences for VR and AR platforms using Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Design and implement 3D assets, environments, and UI within VR/AR apps.
• Write clean, efficient code for VR/AR functionalities and interactions.
• Collaborate with designers and project managers to define scope and requirements.
• Optimize content for performance across VR/AR hardware targets.
• Test and debug VR/AR experiences for quality user experience.

Skills

VR/AR development

Unity (C#)

Unreal Engine (C++/Blueprints)

3D graphics

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Equivalent proven experience

Tools

Unity

Unreal Engine

Blender/Maya/3ds Max

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in immersive technology and virtual experiences, is seeking a highly creative and technically adept Remote VR/AR Content Developer. This fully remote position is integral to designing, developing, and implementing captivating content for our Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality platforms. You will leverage cutting-edge tools and technologies to build interactive experiences that push the boundaries of immersion and engagement. The ideal candidate has a strong background in 3D development, programming for VR/AR environments, and a keen eye for detail and user experience. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects in the metaverse and spatial computing space, collaborating with a dynamic, distributed team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop interactive content and experiences for VR and AR platforms using game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Design and implement 3D assets, environments, and user interfaces within VR/AR applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for VR/AR functionalities, interactions, and systems.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and project managers to define project scope, features, and technical requirements.
• Optimize content and applications for performance and stability across various VR/AR hardware targets.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of VR/AR experiences to ensure a seamless and high-quality user experience.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in VR/AR hardware, software, and development best practices.
• Create documentation for developed content, tools, and processes.
• Proactively identify and propose innovative solutions to enhance VR/AR experiences.
• Contribute to technical discussions and architectural decisions for new VR/AR projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Game Development, Digital Media, or a related field, or equivalent proven experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years specifically focused on VR/AR development.
• Proficiency with game engines like Unity (C#) or Unreal Engine (C++/Blueprints).
• Strong understanding of 3D graphics principles, real-time rendering, and spatial computing concepts.
• Experience with VR/AR hardware platforms (e.g., Oculus Quest, HTC Vive, HoloLens) and their SDKs.
• Familiarity with 3D modeling and animation software (e.g., Blender, Maya, 3ds Max).
• Excellent programming and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, essential for remote team dynamics.
• A portfolio demonstrating published VR/AR projects or significant contributions to immersive experiences is required.
• Passion for immersive technologies and creating innovative digital realities.

Benefits

This position offers the significant advantage of being fully remote, providing flexibility and work-life balance. Our client provides a competitive contract rate commensurate with experience, and the opportunity to work on exciting, industry-leading projects with a globally recognized team. Join us in building the future of immersive experiences.