As a Senior VR Developer, you will be the key contributor of our development team. You'll lead the design and implementation of core game systems and pipelines in both Unity and Unreal Engine 5, ensuring technical excellence, performance, and scalability. With your deep expertise, you'll also mentor and support fellow developers, establish best practices, and shape the future of our studio’s Unity & Unreal development workflows.
The Ideal candidate will have shipped numerous VR titles for either or both SteamVR and Meta Quest stores. Having experience in Location Based Entertainment and walkaround VR would be considered an asset.
Our ideal candidate will have experience in both Unity and Unreal, treating each engine as just another brush to paint with.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative indie environment, loves tackling tough technical problems, and has a passion for both high-fidelity visuals and cutting-edge systems.
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We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment for employees from all walks of life. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability. We hire based on talent, and we’re excited to hear what you will bring to our team!
Location
While we support remote employment, we’re only considering applicants that are residents of British Columbia and are legally eligible to work in Canada (Citizen or Permanent Resident). Furthermore, candidates must be willing to visit the office in Victoria, BC for on-site meetings from time to time. The ability to occasionally work on-site is also an asset, especially when developing location-based AR products, where outings with the team may be beneficial.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you don’t meet all of our requirements exactly or have taken a non-traditional professional path, we still want to hear from you! Use your cover letter to tell us about your unique background, skills, and experiences, and how they make you the perfect fit for this role. We value diverse perspectives and believe that unconventional approaches often bring fresh ideas and innovation to our team. Let us know why you’re passionate about joining us and how your journey has prepared you to contribute to our mission.
Hololabs is a creative technology studio and solutions partner, bringing interactive, immersive experiences to life with a focus on user engagement and play. Rooted in video game development, we’ve evolved to lead in immersive entertainment, location-based experiences, and emerging media like virtual and augmented reality. Collaboration is central to our approach; we team up with visionary partners to solve challenges, explore new ideas, and create experiences that resonate with audiences worldwide.
In 2025, we continue our work with clients in theme parks, virtual and augmented reality and immersive art while developing our own games and experiences.
Working At Hololabs
At Hololabs, our workplace is more than just a job—it's a vibrant community where creativity thrives, inspiration flows, and growth is a constant. Here, you'll collaborate with extraordinary people from diverse backgrounds, bringing bold ideas to life and making a real impact. We believe in a fun, inclusive environment where innovation and passion come together to create the unbelievable. Join us, and experience what it means to love where you work.
Hololabs’ Core Values
At Hololabs, we believe that innovation thrives where creativity and engineering meet. We're a team of dreamers and doers, always on the lookout for exceptional people who aren't just looking for a job, but a place to make an impact. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a rising star, if you're passionate, curious, and ready to dive into something exciting, we want to hear from you. We celebrate diversity, encourage fresh perspectives, and are all about creating a fun, inclusive environment where big ideas can flourish.
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