Unreal Engine Developer – XR & Real-Time Experiences - F/M/X

Unreal Engine Developer – XR & Real-Time Experiences – F/M/X at Novelab

Created in 2009, Novelab offers immersive experiences and interactive installations across industry, communication, and culture. We combine technology with quality stories to produce engaging experiences, including the mobile game Type: Rider and VR experiences Notes on Blindness & Spheres.

Job Description

As an Unreal Engine Developer, you will design, build, and optimize
- time interactive applications for VR/AR/MR platforms and immersive installations. You’ll work alongside artists, designers, and engineers to push the boundaries of interactive experiences.

What You’ll Need

• Degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 3–7 years of experience in Unreal Engine development (UE4/UE5).
• Proficiency in C++ and Blueprints for
  - time applications.
• Strong understanding of gameplay systems, optimization, and memory management.
• Experience with XR devices (Quest, Vision Pro, Pico, Vive, etc. ) or interactive installations.
• Familiarity with source control (Git, Perforce) and agile workflows.
• Ability to collaborate closely with artists, designers, and tech leads.
• (Plus) Skills in
  - stack development (Node. js, Python, React) or native mobile development (Android Studio, Xcode, Swift, Kotlin) are a significant advantage.

What You’ll Do

Development & Integration

• Design and implement interactive features and tools using C++ and Blueprints.
• Integrate 3D assets, UI, animations, and VFX into performant
  - time environments.
• Develop and optimize XR applications for standalone or tethered headsets.
• Prototype and iterate rapidly based on creative and technical feedback.

Collaboration & Architecture

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Design, 3D, Sound, UX, QA) to ensure smooth production pipelines.
• Contribute to the architecture and scalability of internal frameworks and tools. Maintain technical documentation and participate in code reviews.
• Support the integration of networking, data, or API layers when relevant.

Innovation & R&D

• Explore emerging Unreal Engine features and XR technologies (Open
  XR, Meta SDKs, Apple Vision
  OS, etc. ).
• Contribute to R&D prototypes and internal tools enhancing Novelab’s production workflows.
• Share knowledge and best practices across teams.

Job Details

• Seniority level – Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type – Full‑time
• Job function – Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries – Entertainment Providers

Why Join Novelab?

• A creative tech environment combining art, innovation, and engineering.
• Access to Mantu’s global learning resources: Tech Academy, Udemy, workshops, and certifications.
• Flexible work options and comprehensive benefits (meal vouchers, transport, healthcare) within a collaborative culture.
• Opportunities to work on cutting‑edge XR prototypes, cross‑platform tools, and large‑scale interactive experiences.

We embrace diversity and inclusion. At Novelab, we welcome all talents — regardless of gender, origin, beliefs, or background — to help us reinvent the way people interact with digital worlds.