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

Porto

Permanent Job

Who are we?

Created in 2009, Novelab offers experiences as well as interactive and immersive installations, mainly in the fields of industry, communication and culture. Halfway between a technology
- up and a content creator, Novelab strives to combine technology with quality stories to create immersive and engaging experiences. Novelab develops or produces original projects such as the mobile game Type: Rider or the VR Notes on Blindness & Spheres experiences. For these projects, we have created specific tools and technologies related to interactivity, audio or image.

Job description

Join Novelab, a leading creative technology studio crafting immersive experiences, XR applications, and interactive storytelling for major international clients in culture, industry, and entertainment.

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

Become part of an international team within the Mantu Group, and thrive in a dynamic environment where creativity meets engineering excellence.

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 full-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
  - 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.

Why Join Novelab?

Work on visionary projects for brands and partners such as Meta, Chanel, Givaudan, SNCF, and take part in shaping the future of immersive media.

At Novelab, you’ll find:

• 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, comprehensive benefits (meal vouchers, transport, healthcare), and a collaborative culture.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge XR prototypes,
  - platform tools, and
  - 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.