Senior xR Developer (Naval, VR, Unity)

TL;DR

Senior xR Developer (Naval, VR, Unity): Lead the development of immersive VR training solutions for the naval sector with an accent on realistic simulations and interactive experiences. Focus on translating functional requirements into robust code, spearheading in-house tools, and driving process improvements within an Agile Scrum environment.

Location: Fulltime on-site role in Vlissingen, Netherlands. Permanent EU citizenship and a valid passport are required. Candidates with an EU (work) visa or any non-EU nationality and/or passport are not eligible due to the military nature of our projects.

Company

hirify.global is the naval division of the family-owned Damen Shipyards Group, delivering advanced naval vessels globally by implementing innovative technological developments.

What you will do

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of immersive VR applications for training personnel on complex systems and procedures.
• Translate functional requirements into robust, maintainable, and scalable code.
• Deliver high-quality code increments within defined schedules, adhering to quality standards and cost guidelines.
• Spearhead initiatives for in-house tools used to create interactive courses.
• Drive process improvements, foster knowledge sharing, and coach team members to ensure codebase integrity.
• Lead efforts to test VR training simulations, ensuring quality and effective training environments.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in software development, game development, or a related field, and at least four years of relevant experience.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in C# programming, Unity Engine, and XR development, particularly VR applications.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, and design patterns.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Permanent EU citizenship and a valid passport are required. Candidates with an EU (work) visa or any non-EU nationality and/or passport are not eligible due to the military nature of our projects.

Nice to have

• Experience with Python, Blender API, or relational databases.
• Proficiency in Dutch and/or German.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunities to work on challenging and innovative projects in the naval sector.
• Support for your professional and personal development.
• Competitive salary aligned with permanent staff.
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer.

Hiring process

• Submit your application including CV, cover letter, preferred monthly gross salary, availability, and notice period.
• A pre-employment and security screening and investigation form part of the recruitment process.