Lead Developer (Unity)

4 Months ago • 6 Years + • Game Engine

Job Summary

Job Description

Lead and mentor a team of Unity developers, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. Take ownership of the technical aspects of immersive VR experiences, designing scalable, robust, and high-performance solutions. Implement best practices for code quality, testing, integration, and delivery. Oversee the development lifecycle from concept to deployment, ensuring timely feature delivery. Collaborate with product managers, artists, and designers. Manage resource allocation and prioritize initiatives. Stay current with industry trends and drive innovation. Develop XR applications using OpenXR, SteamVR, and OculusVR frameworks. Experience with multiplayer/networked applications (server and client-side) is essential.
Must have:
  • 6+ years Unity dev experience (2+ years leadership)
  • XR application development (OpenXR, SteamVR, OculusVR)
  • Multiplayer/networked application development
  • Software architecture & design patterns
  • GIT version control
  • Code review experience
Good to have:
  • Game backend services
  • RESTful API integrations
  • AI technologies
  • Unreal Engine
  • Unity Gaming Services/Firebase
  • CI/CD pipelines
  • Asset management strategies
Perks:
  • Young, dynamic work environment
  • Cutting-edge experience development
  • Work with industry pioneers
  • Innovation opportunities
  • Competitive salary
  • Breakfast, fruit & snacks
  • Beach volleyball (summer)
  • Team retreats
  • Cultural & leisure activities

Job Details

Description

🚀 Univrse is a Barcelona-based content creation VR studio developing Xroam, a solution that revolutionizes location-based VR 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.

Requirements

🖥️ Must have hard skills

  • 6+ years of experience as a Unity developer, with at least 2 years in a leadership or senior role.
  • Expertise in developing XR applications, including knowledge of OpenXR, SteamVR, and OculusVR frameworks.
  • Experience with working on a live product
  • Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
  • Experience with version control systems like GIT (Bitbucket).
  • Demonstrated experience in developing multiplayer/networked applications, covering both server-side and client-side programming.
  • Experience on reviewing other devs code through Pull Requests or similar strategies

🫂 Soft Skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of leading a team effectively.
  • Proactive problem-solver with a strong ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Experience working in Agile development methodologies.
  • A genuine passion for technological advancements in the XR industry.

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

  • Knowledge of Game Backend services.
  • Experience with RESTful API integrations.
  • Interest or experience in AI technologies.
  • Familiarity with Unreal Engine.
  • Being familiar with Live Development platforms like Unity Gaming Services or Firebase 
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
  • Familiarity with Asset Management Strategies (Asset Bundles and Addressables)

Benefits

🚀 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.

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About The Company

Based in sunny Barcelona UNIVRSE offers the unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of VR technology, where innovation and creativity drive everything we do. As part of our team, you'll have the chance to create immersive experiences that reach a global audience, showcased at some of the world's most prestigious cultural venues. With a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, you'll enjoy creative freedom and the ability to experiment with groundbreaking technologies like XR and VR, all while being supported by a team that values personal growth, fun, and work-life balance. At UNIVRSE, your work will truly make an impact on the future of immersive storytelling.

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