Salary guide
AR/VR Developer
- Average salary
- £30,000 – £60,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ITSoftware Development
- The UK is a hub for AR/VR innovation in Europe
Other names this job is known by
- XR Developer
- Immersive Technology Developer
Key responsibilities
- Design and develop augmented and virtual reality applications
- Collaborate with designers and product teams
- Write and test code for AR/VR platforms
- Integrate 3D models and interactive elements
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in computer science, game development, or related field
- Proficiency in Unity or Unreal Engine
- Experience with C#, C++, or JavaScript
- Portfolio of AR/VR projects
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Developer
- AR/VR Lead
- Technical Director
- Product Manager
How to get the job
- Study computer science or game development
- Build a portfolio of AR/VR projects
- Gain experience through internships or junior roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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