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Meta

Finance Manager, Reality Labs

Menlo Park, CA · On-site +1

$120K/yr

Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration ... Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual ...

Meta

Research Scientist - Reality Labs

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$184K/yr

Programming experience in Python and hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks such as ... Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual ...

Meta

Computer Vision Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA

$121K/yr

... Wearables and Virtual Reality products. With global departments dedicated to research and ... Computer Vision Engineer Responsibilities: * Design and develop novel calibration algorithms for ...

Meta

Computer Vision Engineer

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$121K/yr

... Wearables and Virtual Reality products. With global departments dedicated to research and ... Computer Vision Engineer Responsibilities: * Design and develop novel calibration algorithms for ...

Meta

DFX Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$144K - $204K/yr

You will work closely with teams focused on Virtual Reality, Wearables, and Smart Glasses to ... Engineering Requirements Specification (ERS) documents and review/approve all proposals from ...

Meta

Public Affairs Manager, Reality Labs

Menlo Park, CA · On-site +1

$176K/yr

Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration ... Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual ...

Maxonic

Software Engineer 2 (Unity 3D)

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$67/hr

As a member of our team you will work on the development of virtual reality, mixed reality, and ... As a Software Engineer, you will support our team of senior developers and independently build ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual reality programmer in California is $66.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57.36 and $74.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Reality Programmer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 32% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 66% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $138,446 per year, or $66.6 per hour.

Robot Operator

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Continuum Resource Network
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Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

We are helping our client find Robot Operators to join its team at an early and exciting stage of the company's growth. In this role, you'll work closely with engineering, product, and research. Your feedback will directly influence product direction, system capabilities, and operational workflows.
We welcome candidates from diverse professional backgrounds, including (but not limited to) STEM fields, aviation, operations, manufacturing, maker communities, entrepreneurship, and military experience.
We're looking for a reliable, hard-working individuals with a passion for building and improving real-world technology. You're comfortable working in fast-moving, hands-on environments, are detail-oriented, and can clearly communicate technical observations. You're excited to contribute directly to the advancement of robotics.
As a Robot Operator, you will:
  • Safely operate physical and simulated robotic prototypes for extended periods of time using virtual reality headsets and controllers.
  • Collect data to improve the company's models by demonstrating tasks and evaluating autonomous behavior.
  • Execute data collection missions on onsite company and offsite deployed locations.
  • Provide clear, accurate, and actionable feedback to engineering and development teams to support product improvement and issue resolution.
  • Represent the company and its technology in a professional manner when interacting with customers, partners, or investors.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting on robotic systems.
  • Set up, tear down, and maintain robot testing equipment and environments.
  • Operate company vehicles to transport equipment between onsite and offsite locations.
  • Participate in projects to improve tools, workflows, or operational processes.

Requirements
Qualifications:
  • Ability to work for extended periods using a virtual reality (VR) headset, with sufficient spatial awareness to safely operate robotic systems
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing for extended periods and lifting up to 25 pounds
  • Proficiency using Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems and office productivity tools.
  • Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to safely operate company vehicles
  • Authorization to work in the United States (U.S. citizenship required for this role due to business or legal requirements)
  • Ability to type at least 40 words per minute

Bonus Qualifications:
  • Experience with video gaming, virtual reality systems, or remote-operated platforms (e.g., drones, robotics, or similar technologies)
  • Demonstrated proficiency through competitions, public portfolios, streaming platforms, or other verifiable experience
  • Familiarity with command-line interfaces, GitHub or version-controlled environments

Benefits
401k
Life Insurance
Health Insurance

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