Lead Consultant - XR
Job Title: Lead Consultant - XR
Career Level - E
Introduction to Role:
Are you ready to take the lead in XR development projects? We're looking for a dynamic individual to join our IT team at AstraZeneca. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge AR/VR technologies and make a significant impact in the pharmaceutical industry. There's never been a better time to join us as we bring our digital strategy to life. There's a huge opportunity to develop, explore and thrive during our next chapter.
Accountabilities:
As a Lead Consultant, you will be responsible for leading XR development projects using Unity and AR/VR technologies, demonstrating a solution-oriented approach to problem-solving. You will design and develop immersive AR/VR/MR experiences for mobile devices and HMD's. Collaborating with collaborators, you will integrate multi-media assets into XR experiences. You will also build and deploy robust, reusable XR code solutions, troubleshoot and fix bugs to ensure a seamless user experience, and maintain high code quality standards and automate workflows. Sharing your XR expertise with AstraZeneca teams, you will deliver innovative XR solutions that meet industry’s technical standards in terms of quality and performance.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Expertise in Unity, C#, URP, and AR/VR development.
Experience with iOS development using Unity 3D.
Familiarity with various AR/VR devices.
Very solid understanding of XR development pipeline (UX, 3D, Development).
Proficiency in multiplayer backend systems and networking.
Solid understanding of computer graphics and optimization for AR/VR.
Grasp of UX design for XR interfaces.
Agile mindset and willingness to learn new XR technologies.
Expertise in Unity scripting, CAD model visualization, and scene composition.
Experience with different Metaverse/XR platforms and SDKs.
Excellent communication and partnership skills.
Availability for global travel.
Leadership skills and understanding of the pharmaceutical industry.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Technical degree or equivalent qualification with 9+ years of unity or similar experience.
Proficiency in game engine like, unity, unreal and exposure to Web-XR.
Proficiency in ARKit, ARCore, XR SDK, Photon and PiXYZ.
Experience with scripting languages like C#, JavaScript and Python.
Object-oriented design, design patterns, and 3D Math knowledge.
Strong web API skills for backend integration.
Ability to deliver accurate information, quick decision making and influence positive outcomes.
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash aggressive thinking with the power to encourage life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca, we dare to lead, applying our problem-solving attitude to identify and tackle opportunities across the whole enterprise. Our spirit of experimentation is lived every day through our events like hackathons. We enable AstraZeneca to perform at its peak by delivering world-class technology and data solutions. Our work unlocks the potential of science. We optimise and revolutionise AstraZeneca by maximising efficiencies and finding new ways to drive productivity. From automation to data simplification. We're part of a global company that's investing in an ambitious digital strategy; to become a truly data-led enterprise that disrupts the entire industry.
Ready to make your mark? Apply now and join us in our journey to push the boundaries of science and technology!
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.
