VR Experience Developer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Professional development budget

Innovation culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary VR Experience Developer to join its remote-first digital innovation team. You will design, develop, and implement immersive VR applications using Unity or Unreal Engine, crafting engaging experiences across platforms.

Key responsibilities include optimizing performance, collaborating with designers, and staying ahead of VR tech trends to deliver cutting-edge interactive entertainment and simulation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing VR applications using Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Strong programming skills in C# or C++.
• Experience with VR hardware and cross-platform optimization.
• Ability to work remotely in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop immersive VR experiences using platforms like Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Implement interactive elements, user interfaces, and gameplay mechanics within the VR environment.
• Optimize VR applications for performance, user comfort, and hardware compatibility across various VR headsets.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and product managers to translate concepts into functional VR experiences.
• Conduct user testing and iterate on designs based on feedback to enhance usability and engagement.
• Stay current with advancements in VR technology, development tools, and best practices.

Skills

VR development

C# / C++

3D graphics

Spatial audio

VR interaction

Remote collaboration

Tools

Unity

Unreal Engine

Oculus Quest

HTC Vive

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary VR Experience Developer to join their cutting-edge digital innovation team, working remotely. This role is at the forefront of creating immersive and interactive virtual reality experiences. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing engaging VR applications that push the boundaries of interactive entertainment and simulation. If you are passionate about building the future of immersive technology and thrive in a collaborative, remote-first environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop immersive VR experiences using platforms like Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Implement interactive elements, user interfaces, and gameplay mechanics within the VR environment.
• Optimize VR applications for performance, user comfort, and hardware compatibility across various VR headsets.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and product managers to translate concepts into functional VR experiences.
• Conduct user testing and iterate on designs based on feedback to enhance usability and engagement.
• Stay current with advancements in VR technology, development tools, and best practices.

Requirements

• Proven experience developing VR applications with Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Strong programming skills in C# (for Unity) or C++ (for Unreal Engine).
• Understanding of 3D graphics, spatial audio, and VR interaction paradigms.
• Experience with VR hardware such as Oculus Quest, HTC Vive, or similar.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote , collaborative team setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to work on pioneering projects in the virtual reality space.
• Generous budget for professional development and equipment.
• A culture that values innovation, creativity, and work-life balance.