AR/VR Software Developer
Job Description
- Atlanta candidates: Hybrid work model
- USA East Coast candidates: Need to be open to travel to work onsite 1-2 days every 3 weeks with expenses covered by the company.
Immersive Software Developer for Experimental Tech Platform We’re supporting a fast-moving startup building an immersive, intelligent digital platform that brings together real-time interaction, spatial storytelling, and applied machine learning.
They’re hiring a Co-op AR/VR Software Developer for a 6-month engagement (Aug 2025 — Jan 2026) with preference for full-time availability (~30 hrs/week minimum). This is a hybrid Atlanta-based role with weekly in-person collaboration.
You’ll work on:
- Cutting-edge web and XR interfaces (React, WebXR, Unity)
- Interactive environments with real-time system feedback
- Custom ML model integration (NLP, LLMs, persona modeling)
- Backend orchestration and intelligent pipelines
- Experimental features focused on next-gen web and immersive interaction
Tech stack includes:
- Frontend: React (TypeScript), Tailwind, responsive PWA/XR
- Backend: Python (FastAPI/Django), REST/WebSockets, PostgreSQL
- ML/AI: PyTorch/TensorFlow, Transformers, LangChain, LLM finetuning
- Immersive: Unity3D or WebXR development experience with a focus on interactive characters, avatars, or narrative environments
- Infra: GitHub, Docker, Firebase/Vercel (nice to have)
Ideal for someone who:
- Thrives in experimental, early-stage environments
- Has an eye for interaction and product flow
- Is comfortable collaborating across disciplines (design, ML, storytelling)
- Understands the sensitivity and IP protection needed in pre-release work
Bonus:
- Experience bringing digital characters to life — including animation blending, gesture design, or expressive UX
- Technical artistry or visual storytelling sensibility (not just mechanics)