Berlin, Germany Hybrid Full-time

zaubar is hiring a Lead Game Programmer

About the Role

Lead Game Programmer – Shape the future of spatial computing from day one. You'll lead the design and implementation of an augmented reality platform that runs across mobile devices and next-generation AI glasses, ensuring robust architecture, seamless performance, and real-world usability.

What You’ll Do

  • Design and maintain the full-stack AR platform architecture, spanning Unity, native mobile apps, and backend services
  • Develop and deploy real-time, location-aware AR features with a focus on efficiency and responsiveness
  • Collaborate closely with machine learning engineers to bring computer vision capabilities into production environments
  • Optimize performance across iOS, Android, and wearable hardware with limited resources
  • Build and refine automated testing, CI/CD workflows, and release processes
  • Work side-by-side with product, design, and creative teams to turn concepts into functional features
  • Review code, guide technical direction, and support the growth of fellow developers
  • Gain direct access to cutting-edge AR and AI glasses for development and testing

What We’re Looking For

  • At least five years of software development experience with a history of shipping and maintaining live products
  • Deep technical expertise in Unity, mobile platforms, or real-time 3D applications
  • Proven ability to own systems from concept through deployment
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, results-oriented mindset
  • Passion for augmented reality, spatial interfaces, or AI-driven user experiences
  • Experience optimizing software for performance on constrained devices

Nice to Have

  • Background in computer vision or ML integration
  • Familiarity with AR frameworks or wearable technology
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud
  • Knowledge of WebGL or cross-platform development tools

Environment & Culture

We operate with high autonomy, rapid iteration, and close collaboration across disciplines. You’ll work in a compact, experienced team where your technical choices directly influence product direction and user impact. Innovation in AR and AI is central to our mission.

Work Setup

This role supports a hybrid model—based in Berlin or remote within the EU—with flexibility in how and where you work. We provide access to the latest AR hardware to support hands-on development.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Equity opportunity with meaningful potential based on impact and contribution
  • Build AR experiences used by real users at scale
  • Work on pioneering applications for AI glasses
  • Be part of a lean, interdisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of spatial computing
Required Skills
Unitymobile developmentreal-time 3DiOSAndroidperformance optimizationcomputer visionML integrationAR frameworkswearable devicesGCPbackend systems Unitymobile developmentreal-time 3DiOSAndroidperformance optimizationcomputer visionML integrationAR frameworkswearable devicesGCPbackend systems
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A vanguard in the augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI) landscapes, crafting pioneering AR and AI SDKs and integrations for global enterprise corporations.
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Department Software Development
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Posted 2 hours ago