Game Development Programmer

As a Game Development Programmer at XR Labs you will play a crucial role in the development of XR simulators designed to train and prepare our personnel for a wide range of scenarios. Your expertise in Unity and strong programming skills in C# will be instrumental in creating high-quality realistic and effective XR training solutions for these critical organizations.

Position in the organization

The employee is assigned toDTO - Innovationand is part of theXR core teamwithin the Centre of Expertise.

The position:

• Reportsfunctionally to the XR-Lab.
• Works closely with programmers 3D artists project managers and operational end-users (DSU SFG GPI Customs).
• Works in a multidisciplinary framework with Defence Customs the Brussels Region and academic partners.

2. Tasks and responsibilities

• Unity development:Develop implement and maintain XR simulator systems and mechanics using Unity and C# ensuring they meet the specific training and simulation requirements of special forces and the police.
• Coding:Write clean maintainable and efficient C# code and implement debugging and optimization techniques to enhance XR simulator performance for training and simulation.
• Collaboration:Collaborate closely with the end users as well as artists designers and fellow programmers to create XR simulators that authentically simulate the situations and challenges they face.
• Game Mechanics:Implement core XR training features interactive XR elements and XR scenarios that accurately reflect real-world scenarios encountered by special forces and the police.
• Performance optimization:Identify and resolve issues to ensure smooth and efficient XR training operation across different XR platforms.
• Prototyping:Rapidly prototype and iterate on XR training and simulation features and scenarios to refine the training experience.
• Documentation:Maintain clear and up-to-date documentation of XR code systems and processes to facilitate knowledge sharing within the team and with our partners.
• Adaptation:Stay current with industry trends and emerging XR technologies and apply new techniques and tools to improve XR training and simulation development.

3. Profile

• Kennis en ervaring (vereist)
  Bachelors degree in computer science Game Development or a related field
  OR
  Multiple years of proven experience in the industry: candidates without a bachelors degree must have several years of demonstrated experience in the industry. A comprehensive portfolio showcasing your work is required.

• Advantages
  - Previous experience with police services Defence or other security services.
  - Experience with 3D scanning and digital reconstruction (LIDAR photogrammetry).
  - Experience in operational training environments.

• Competenties
  Strong proficiency in C# programming and experience with Unity game development in XR (VR AR MR).
  Demonstrated experience in the development of games and/or XR simulators for training and simulation showcased through a portfolio.
  A solid understanding of game design principles and a passion for creating authentic XR training experiences for special forces and the client.
  Knowledge of XR technologies physics mathematics and algorithms as applied to XR simulator development.
  Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
  Proficiency in Dutch French and/or English.
  Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with special forces and Clientpartners and in cross-functional teams.
  Having worked with 3D-scans and the optimisation of it is a plus.

Required Skills:

CodingC#DocumentationVirtual RealityXRVRARsimulator