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Virtual Reality Software Developer Jobs in New York

Meta

Software Engineer, Product

New York, NY · On-site +1

$183K/yr

Software Engineer, Product Responsibilities: * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product ... and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to ...

Meta

Software Engineer, LLVM Compiler

New York, NY · On-site +1

$154K/yr

We are seeking a software engineer to join the MTIA LLVM Compiler team, working on the compiler ... and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to ...

Meta

Software Engineer, Infrastructure

New York, NY · On-site +1

$183K/yr

Software Engineer, Infrastructure Responsibilities: * Collaborate with cross-functional teams ... and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to ...

Meta

Software Engineer, Android

New York, NY · On-site

$183K/yr

Software Engineer, Android Responsibilities: * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product ... and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to ...

Meta

Software Engineer, Machine Learning

New York, NY · On-site

$183K/yr

Software Engineer, Machine Learning Responsibilities: * Collaborate with cross-functional teams ... and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to ...

Meta

Software Engineer, iOS

New York, NY · On-site

$183K/yr

Software Engineer, iOS Responsibilities: * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, design ... and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to ...

YO AI Labs

Frontend Developer - Remote

New York, NY · Remote

$80 - $120/hr

Develop realistic, reproducible software engineering scenarios. * Ensure tasks accurately measure coding ability, problem-solving, and tool usage. * Document solutions and provide clear technical ...

Collabera Digital

Innovation Policy Manager II

New York, NY · On-site

$129K - $158K/yr

About Ascendion Ascendion is an AI-native software engineering disruptor helping businesses ... AI technologies, wearables, Virtual Reality [VR], programs and campaigns, security, privacy ...

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Meta

Public Affairs Manager, Reality Labs

New York, NY · 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 ...

24-MAG

Onsite

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$45 - $60/hr

Test advanced AI capabilities through realistic software applications * Identify technical limitations and integration failures before broader deployment * Collaborate with experienced engineering ...

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How much do virtual reality software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for virtual reality software developer in New York is $122,362.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $142,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Cities in New York with the most Virtual Reality Software Developer job openings:

Infographic showing various Virtual Reality Software Developer job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,362 per year, or $58.8 per hour.

Software Engineer, Machine Learning RecSys

New York, NY • On-site, Remote

Meta
Internet and IT • 10K+ employees
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$154K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Meta is seeking talented Machine Learning engineers to join our teams in building cutting-edge products, with the mission of connecting billions of people around the world. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on complex technical problems, build new features, and improve existing products across various platforms, including mobile devices and web applications. Our teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of user experience, and we're looking for passionate individuals who can help us advance the way people connect globally. If you're interested in joining a world-class team and working on exciting projects that have a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.
Software Engineer, Machine Learning RecSys Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, design, operations, infrastructure) to build innovative application experiences.
  • Implement custom user interfaces using latest programming techniques and technologies.
  • Develop reusable software components for interfacing with back-end platforms.
  • Analyze and optimize code for quality, efficiency, and performance.
  • Lead complex technical or product efforts and provide technical guidance to peers.
  • Architect efficient and scalable systems that drive complex applications.
  • Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues.
  • Work on a variety of coding languages and technologies.
  • Establish ownership of components, features, or systems with expert end-to-end understanding.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 2+ years of programming experience in a relevant programming language
  • 1+ years of hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas: machine learning, recommendation systems, llms or artificial intelligence
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Javascript or Hack
  • Experience with developing machine learning models at scale from inception to business impact
  • Knowledge developing and debugging in C/C++ and Java, or experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, PHP, and/or shell scripts
  • Track record of setting technical direction for a team, driving consensus and successful cross-functional partnerships
  • Proven experience designing, building, or deploying recommendation systems (e.g., collaborative filtering, content-based, hybrid approaches, personalization at scale)
  • Experience building and shipping high quality work and achieving high reliability
  • Experience improving quality through thoughtful code reviews, appropriate testing, proper rollout, monitoring, and proactive changes

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Masters degree or PhD in Computer Science or another ML-related field
  • Exposure to architectural patterns of large scale software applications
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Pytorch and TensorFlow
  • Publications in top-tier conferences/journals, patents, or open-source contributions in the recommendations or LLM space
  • Hands-on experience working with large language models (LLMs), such as BERT, GPT, or similar architectures, including fine-tuning, integration, or application in production environments
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
  • Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
  • Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies

About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
$154,003/year to $217,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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