Senior Unity Developer (remote) in Italy

What are you working on?

• The name of the project(s): Shave & Stuff, Pets & Stuff, Shop & Stuff
• At what stage of the project(s)? Released, Early-access
• Genres: Casual, Action
• Platforms: VR

HyperVR Games is a VR gaming studio and publisher, founded in 2021.

We develop games in the casual simulator genre, offering a high-quality immersive experience for a wide audience.

We are one of the top developers and publishers on the market.

Our goal is to continue growing as a developer and publisher, bringing on more talent together, expanding our ecosystem, and strengthening our presence in the niche, ultimately becoming a leading VR player.

Our in-house game “Shave & Stuff” was awarded a “Best in Play” title by the Game Developers Conference 2023 and was released on Meta Quest, Pico, and Steam.

And do not miss our latest title "Shop & Stuff" to enjoy while playing!

Due to the business expansion,  we are looking for a Senior VR Unity Developer to join our Team.

If you are passionate about gaming, enjoy a pro-active startup vibe, are always on the lookout for generating and trying out new crazy ideas - let's have a chat!

For which tasks (responsibilities)?

• Architect, implement, and optimize gameplay systems in Unity/C#;

• Rapidly prototype features and run internal playtests;

• Develop reusable modules for future VR projects;

• Integrate VR frameworks (e.g., XR Interaction Toolkit);

• Debug, profile, and enhance performance and stability;

• Collaborate in design brainstorms and shape product vision;

• Ensure controls and game mechanics deliver top-tier UX;

• Contribute proactive ideas for technical and process improvements.

What kind of professional are we looking for?

• 5+ years of experience in game development;

• Solid C# + Unity development background;

• Experience shipping Unity-based titles;

• Hands-on experience with gameplay systems, shaders, and optimization;

• Strong problem-solving skills and a self-driven mindset;

• Passion for games and creating polished experiences;

• Ability to work independently while staying aligned with team goals;

• Strong understanding of user experience and interaction design;

• English (for daily communication & documentation).

Nice to have:

• Unity VR frameworks (XR Interaction Toolkit, AutoHands, etc.);

• Shader development (HLSL);

• Animation tools like DoTween / PrimeTween;

• Experience with Meta Horizon SDK or remote config systems.

Why do we enjoy working here?

• Paid vacations: 20 working days per year (according to the labor legislation of Latvia);

• Company events and team-building activities.