Job Description

Virtual Reality Specialist - Extended Reality Lab Manager

Full Time Position

Daytona Beach, FL - On Site Position

Come join a dynamic team that is transforming how we develop and explore the ever growing space of Extended Reality (XR) - Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR).

The XR Lab Manager will be engaged in overseeing the development and deployment of a growing portfolio of Extended Reality projects. They will also be involved in helping to lead engagement with industry and to foster collaborative partnerships. Successful leaders who have a strong track record in applying creative and innovative solutions in the simulation industry are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

Simulation Development

• Serve as the expert for Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) projects.
• Create, maintain, and upgrade VR and AR simulations.
• Participate in meetings where learning and research are discussed to detect possible immersive simulation applications and to advocate potential VR and AR solutions.
• Keep informed of technological developments and commercialization to advocate the purchase of new equipment and software.
• Explore and develop VR and AR systems
• Retain and grow expertise in software programs associated with the development of immersive simulations.
• Lead and direct projects within the constraints of schedule, budget and resources.
• Manage competing priorities so that projects can meet deadlines.

Project and Laboratory Management

• Coordinate the operation and upgrades to the XR Lab.
• Oversee the work of a full-time developer.
• Make the lab available to users
• Ensure the lab equipment and environment are clean and the technology is in good working order.
• Work closely with other technology and assess new equipment and software for purchase.
• Keep informed of technological developments and commercialization to advocate the purchase of new equipment and software for the lab.

Outreach

• Organize workshops, demonstrations, and promotional material that demonstrate the VR/AR capabilities.
• Attend technology conferences every year to present the work underway in the VR Lab and to learn the latest advancements in the field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree. - Five to seven years of related work experience will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
• Video game (or equivalent) development skills and proficiency using C# and Unity.
• Ability to develop virtual reality and augmented reality interactive applications and/or simulations using Unity, to include hands-on prototyping experience with Unity, and knowledge of how virtual reality can be applied in a variety of circumstances

About Jones Grove

Jones Grove brings over 25 years of dedicated Information Technology recruiting to the marketplace and that has led us to place virtually every function within an IT organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.