Extended Reality (XR) Developer

Dearborn, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

Ford Motor Company is focused on electrification as a key part of its future automotive growth. The Extended Reality (XR) Developer role involves creating immersive experiences and applications, organizing 3D assets, and leading the development of innovative solutions that enhance collaboration within immersive environments.

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Responsibilities

Organize and materialize 3D assets in Unreal
Design experiences, interactions, and applications that support effective collaboration within immersive environments
Develop and support methodologies for effective integration, visualization, and dissemination of 3D data sources
Stay current with immersive technology and software development trends
Develop engineering and technical documentation
Lead the development and prototyping of hardware and software-based solutions

Qualification

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Game Design/Development, or a similar field
Minimum 2 years of professional/academic software development or engineering experience
Extensive knowledge of Unreal with Blueprinting experience
Graphics programming – rendering, shader scripting, OpenGL, etc.
Experience in one or more 3D modeling tools: Maya, Blender, 3DSMax, etc.
Programming generalist, with experience in some/all the following: C#, C++, JS, Python, VBA
Team-based software development, troubleshooting, and deployment
Extended Reality (XR) application development
Knowledge of CAD programs and data translation services
Demonstrate superb communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Comfortable with communicating at all levels in the company

Preferred

Autodesk VRED
WebGL
Arduino/Microcontrollers
Familiarity with 3D CAD applications, primarily CATIA
Familiarity with PLM applications
Familiarity with data translation software such as PiXYZ and Theorem
Game engine performance optimization – 3D data decimation, LODs, data culling, etc.
Have operated 3D printers and similar equipment
Have Unity experience

Benefits

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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Founded in 1903

Dearborn, Michigan, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.ford.com