Sr. Unity Developer

Job Title
Senior Unity / XR Software Engineer
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Unity and XR Software Engineer to build advanced real-time 3D tools and immersive experiences for augmented and mixed reality. This role focuses on developing high-impact prototypes and production-quality systems that enable designers and product teams to rapidly create, test, and iterate on spatial user experiences directly within AR and VR environments. The ideal candidate is a strong C# engineer with deep Unity expertise, a passion for immersive technology, and experience building developer or designer-facing tools.
Key Responsibilities
Design and build cutting-edge real-time 3D and XR prototypes that inform product direction and future roadmap decisions.
Develop clean, maintainable, and well-architected C# code while debugging complex, multi-system issues.
Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, designers, researchers, QA, and other cross-functional partners to deliver end-to-end immersive experiences.
Make thoughtful architectural tradeoffs to balance speed, quality, and scalability in a fast-moving environment.
Build and maintain core software subsystems, APIs, and tooling within Unity to support rapid iteration and extensibility.
Provide feedback on APIs and platform capabilities to improve usability and performance for internal users.
Continuously learn new technologies and embrace ambiguity while solving novel mixed-reality challenges.
Required Qualifications
Strong professional experience with real-time 3D development using Unity.
Advanced programming skills in C#.
Hands-on experience developing AR/VR or immersive applications and games.
Strong understanding of software architecture, algorithm design, and computational complexity.
Ability to visualize and reason about 3D space and spatial interactions.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Portfolio demonstrating relevant Unity, XR, or real-time 3D work is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience building tools, frameworks, or platforms for designers or other developers.
Real-time shader programming, graphics optimization, and VFX experience.
Rapid prototyping experience, especially in ambiguous or early-stage product environments.
Experience working with mixed reality hardware and system-level APIs.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Why This Role Matters
This role contributes directly to the creation of powerful immersive design tools that enable teams to design and experience spatial interfaces in real time on AR and VR devices. The work has a direct impact on how future mixed-reality products are conceived, designed, and built, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in immersive computing.
Work Environment
This is a highly collaborative role on a distributed team with flexibility for remote work, depending on location and experience.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Menlo Park, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.