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UX Design Researcher (7225)

Seattle, WA · On-site

$70 - $82.75/hr

An unfailing passion for advocating on behalf of operators and engineers is an absolute must ... Experience with emerging technologies (e.g., AI, XR) and multimodal device interaction (e.g., touch ...

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How much do xr developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for xr developer in Seattle, WA is $60.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.96 and $73.61 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 Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,073 per year, or $60.1 per hour.

VISUAL INFORMATION SPECIALIST (TECHNICAL IMAGING) with Security Clearance

Department of the Navy

Bremerton, WA • On-site

Other

Re-posted 21 days ago


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Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

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Duties * You will use professional digital scanning, photogrammetry and editing software to produce, process, correct, model and modify point cloud data, for ship architectural records, active projects, simulations, education and communication. * You will analyze and optimize images with local changes or measurements, geometric manipulation or image alterations. * You will build scripts in software for automating image processing and data analysis or capture. * You will prepare finished 3D imagery for distribution t a variety of business interests, including ship architecture, project visualization, historic preservation, building information management and Building Information Modeling (BIM). * You will use computers to edit and manipulate 3D imagery 360 imagery, and remote capture imagery to produce special products for us by engineers in planning projects. Requirements Conditions of employment * Must be a US Citizen. * Must be determined suitable for federal employment. * Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. * New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov * Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. * Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. * You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license. * You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination. * You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. * Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g. fumes, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals). You will be required to participate in medical surveillance programs * This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time. Qualifications Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: creating and designing technical digital visual materials (e.g., 3D imaging, photogrammetry, AR/VR/XR, technical visual information products) and providing advice and consultation to customers in support of engineering, production, training materials and technical and management decisions. Examples of qualifying experience: providing on-site troubleshooting with limited resources, developing new or adapted capture techniques, planning and executing complex missions with multiple types of unmanned systems (i.e., ROV, UAV) and managing the end-to-end processing workflow for large-scale, high-precision datasets. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: . Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

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