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Leverage generative AI tools to accelerate the end-to-end engineering life-cycle, including prototyping, automated test generation, and code optimization for wearable experiences. * Ensure XR support ...

About the job In this role, you will lead a team of UX Engineers working on a spectrum of XR devices, from glasses to VR headsets. You will foster a culture of technical excellence and creative ...

Software Engineer III, iOS XR

Seattle, WA · On-site

$159K/yr

Leverage generative AI tools to accelerate the end-to-end engineering life-cycle, including prototyping, automated test generation, and code optimization for wearable experiences. * Ensure XR support ...

XR systems play a key role in teaching our robots how to understand the world around them. The Role You'll be working within our small but impactful XR team, contributing to a number of critical ...

Senior Lead Manufacturing Engineer, XR

San Jose, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

The Google XR team is a group of engineers, designers, and research scientists tasked with building the platforms that enable computing required for great immersive and augmented experience and ...

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How much do xr developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for xr developer in the United States is $52.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.38 and $64.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an XR developer?

An XR Developer designs and develops immersive applications using augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) technologies. They work with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, programming languages like C# or C++, and hardware such as VR headsets or AR glasses. Their role includes creating interactive experiences, optimizing performance, and integrating 3D assets. XR Developers are commonly employed in gaming, training simulations, healthcare, and other industries exploring immersive technology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an XR developer?

To thrive as an XR Developer, you need strong programming skills (such as C#, C++, or JavaScript), experience with 3D graphics or game engines (like Unity or Unreal Engine), and a solid understanding of immersive technologies. Familiarity with AR/VR/MR hardware, industry-standard SDKs (such as ARKit or ARCore), and relevant certifications can be highly beneficial. Creativity, problem-solving, and effective teamwork are valuable soft skills for delivering engaging and technically sound user experiences. These abilities are crucial for building complex XR applications and collaborating effectively within interdisciplinary teams to meet project goals.

What are some common challenges XR developers face in their daily work?

XR Developers often encounter challenges related to optimizing performance and ensuring compatibility across various devices and platforms, as hardware and user experiences can differ widely. They also work to balance visual fidelity with technical limitations and must keep up with the rapid evolution of XR tools and frameworks. Collaborating closely with designers, artists, and other engineers is essential to create cohesive, immersive experiences that function smoothly. Addressing these challenges requires continuous learning, creative problem-solving, and strong cross-disciplinary communication skills.

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Infographic showing various Xr Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, and 38% Contract. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,905 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

Staff Software Engineer, Jetpack XR

Google

San Jose, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Google rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 102 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 242 rated software companies


Job description

Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience programming in C , Java, Python, Kotlin or Go.
  • 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products.
  • 3 years of experience with software design and architecture.
  • Experience with Android or iOS application development.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • Experience in Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) development.
  • Experience in Android Open Source Project (AOSP).

About the job
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google's needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
As a Staff Software Engineer on the Jetpack XR (JXR) team, you will provide technical leadership for complex, cross-functional initiatives that define the architecture of our next-generation XR platform. You will balance the technical expertise with the strategic direction to guide Jetpack XR into a cohesive, high-performance development toolkit for the Android XR platform. You will lead architectural reviews, mentor senior engineers, drive technical alignment across globally distributed teams, and dive in to help out on strategically important systems and deliverables. This role does not involve people management.
Jetpack XR SDK libraries provide a toolkit for developers to build rich, immersive experiences, lightweight, augmented experiences and everything in between on a variety of supported devices. The JXR Developer team builds the APIs developers use to give people superpowers, unlocking immersive, interactive experiences on cutting edge technology. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $207000 - $301000 (USD) 20% bonus target equity benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google .
Responsibilities
  • Drive the strategic design and evolution of Jetpack XR architecture to ensure it remains a cohesive, scalable SDK for all XR form factors.
  • Develop and implement advanced automated testing strategies for JXR within the Android Open Source Project (AOSP)environment to maintain high software quality and release velocity.
  • Provide high-level technical guidance and architectural support to key internal partners and external developers to ensure successful platform adoption.
  • Partner with Engineering Productivity to optimize Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery or Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and minimize manual Quality Assurance (QA) through automation.

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