ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Xr Developer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

InfiCare

Senior QA Test Engineer XR

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Senior QA Test Engineer (XR) Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Hybrid -- 3 days onsite per week) Job Type: Contract (Long Term) Experience: Senior-level Job Overview Our client is seeking a Senior QA Test ...

New

Google Inc.

XR UX Engineering Manager

San Jose, CA · On-site

$189 - $274/hr

XR UX Engineering Manager San Jose, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA Minimum qualifications: * Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. * 8 years of experience in a technical, UX, or design ...

New

Google

Senior System Performance Engineer, XR

San Jose, CA · On-site

$122K - $167K/yr

XR System Performance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the performance excellence of XR hardware and software. You will design strategies to identify bottlenecks and implement ...

New

Google

XR UX Engineering Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

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 ...

Figure

Helix AI Engineer, XR

San Jose, CA · On-site

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 ...

Google

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 ...

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsXr Developer JobsXr Developer Jobs in California

Xr Developer information

See California salary details

$16

$52

$80

How much do xr developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for xr developer in California is $52.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.86 and $63.80 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.

What are the most commonly searched types of Xr Developer jobs in California?

The most popular types of Xr Developer jobs in California are:

What are popular job titles related to Xr Developer jobs in California?

For Xr Developer jobs in California, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Xr Developer jobs in California look for?

The top searched job categories for Xr Developer jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Xr Developer jobs?

Cities in California with the most Xr Developer job openings:

Xr Developer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Xr Developer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,466 per year, or $52.1 per hour.

Senior Connectivity Software Developer, Embedded Systems/Firmware, XR

Socket.dev

San Jose, CA • On-site

$174 - $252/hr

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience with software development in C/C++, Firmware, Connectivity, Embedded Systems.
  • 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
  • 3 years of experience with embedded development.
  • Experience with Android platform or Microcontroller unit (MCU) software development.
Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
  • 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
  • Experience in low-level embedded systems using application processors or microcontrollers.
  • Experience with 802.11 and BT/BLE device drivers and host interfaces (PCIe, SDIO, UART).
  • Proficient in using tools such as Wireshark, logic analyzers, and kernel tracing to resolve deep-seated issues in the driver, firmware, or hardware interface.
  • Ability to debug hardware using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
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 Connectivity Software Developer on the XR Glasses OS System Software team, you will design, implement and maintain the low-level system software that enables next-generation Augmented Reality (AR) reference platforms. In this capacity, you will apply your extensive embedded systems expertise to lead the integration, bring-up, and refinement of low-power WiFi and Bluetooth subsystems. You will collaborate with the MicroXR connectivity, Electrical Engineering (EE), and power/thermal teams to achieve the rigorous performance and power Key Performance Indicator (KPIs) necessary for launching groundbreaking product categories.

For decades, the computing revolution has reshaped our world driven by breakthroughs in compute, connectivity, mobile, and now, AI. Google's XR team is at the forefront of the next major leap - the convergence of AI and XR. This is more than just new devices - it's about reimagining how we interact with the world around us. We're building a future where lightweight XR devices like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $174000 - $252000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Canada: $182000 - $186000 (CAD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and implement Android and Microcontroller unit (MCU) device drivers and hardware abstraction layers (HALs) for next-generation Augmented Reality (AR) reference platforms.
  • Integrate and bring up new wireless chipsets.
  • Drive Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver and firmware level power, thermal and latency improvements to meet product targets.
  • Collaborate closely with EE, MicroXR connectivity and power teams to optimize the E2E connectivity solution.
  • Lead technical engagements with third-party partners, providing the deep-dive architectural support and debugging expertise necessary to accelerate their device bring-up cycles.
#J-18808-Ljbffr

Apply