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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # XR Software Engineer - **Company:** US Professional Services - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $205,000.0 - $220,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Application Layers, Systems Engineering, Computer Vision, JIRA, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, Systems Development Life Cycle, Real-Time Operating Systems, Regression Testing, Sensor Fusion, Signal Processing, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Integration, Visual Systems, Digital Twin, Model-Driven Development, Real Time Systems, Software Troubleshooting, Information Technology, Unreal Engine - **Published:** May 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6be50c5bc29562bc ## About the Role Do you have experience in System troubleshooting?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Must be a U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain an Active DOD Secret Clearance, per ITAR regulations * A Bachelor's or master's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field. * 10+ years of experience in embedded software development for high performance or real time systems., * Expertise with C/C++, embedded Linux/RTOS, and hardware centric development workflows. * Proven experience with XR technologies, including AR/VR/MR headsets, optical systems, camera pipelines, or visual inertial tracking. * Deep understanding of graphics pipelines, GPU/accelerator programming, or real time rendering concepts. * Strong systems-level thinking and ability to lead designs across multiple engineering disciplines. * Ability to plan and track development efforts using Agile Software techniques in Jira. * Software troubleshooting and regression testing. * Strong oral and written communication skills. * Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team across several sites. Preferred Skills & Qualifications: * Experience with Unity, Unreal Engine, OpenXR, Vulkan, or similar XR/graphics frameworks. * Knowledge of computer vision, sensor fusion, or real time signal processing. * Experience with aerospace, defense, or safety critical system development. * Familiarity with model-based design tools, simulation environments, or digital twin ecosystems. * Background in leading multidisciplinary teams or serving in technical leadership roles. * Experience with three and six-degree-of-freedom extended reality systems., * Bachelor's (Required), * embedded real time development for high performance systems: 10 years (Required) * C/C++: 10 years (Required) * XR technologies including AR/VR/MR headsets: 1 year (Required) * optical or camera systems, or visual inertial tracking: 3 years (Required) * graphics, GPU/accelerator programming or rendering concepts: 3 years (Required) * Agile Software techniques in Jira: 1 year (Required) * troubleshooting and regression testing: 1 year (Required) * Unity, Unreal, OpenXR, Vulkan, or similar XR/graphics tools: 1 year (Preferred) * computer vision, sensor fusion, or signal processing: 1 year (Preferred) * aerospace, defense, or safety critical system development: 1 year (Preferred) * model-based design or digital twin ecosystems simulation: 1 year (Preferred) ## Description * Locations: Merrimack, NH (Preferred), Roanoke, VA (Secondary), Washington, DC Area (Tertiary), Remote (Optional). If remote, up to 25% of travel is required on an as needed basis to support major integration events in Merrimack, NH. * We are seeking an accomplished Embedded Software SME with expertise in Extended Reality (XR) and advanced visual systems to join our innovative Research & Development organization, developing the next generation of Warfighter-borne visual systems. In this role, you will drive the architecture, development, and integration of next generation embedded software solutions supporting immersive visual technologies for mission focused applications. * You will work at the intersection of real time embedded systems, computer vision, sensor fusion, and XR display technologies. 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