The i2CAT Foundation (Barcelona) is opening a position to advance in the research and innovation field of real-time distributed video services, involving immersive media formats like volumetric video.The candidate will join the Media & Internet Area (MIA) of i2CAT, which is composed of over 14 experienced researchers and engineers in the fields of distributed and interactive multimedia systems and media processing. This area is seeking a highly motivated and talented Unity Developer to join our development team.The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Unity development and skills in other programming languages, particularly in C++. Experience in Android development and maintaining a Unity SDK would be a significant plus. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining and improving the Holoconference Unity SDK called HoloMIT, implementing new features, and integrating new Holographic pipelines and optimizations.Moreover, the candidate will be involved in cutting-edge research, innovation, and development tasks, collaborating with experts in the media and networks domains under competitive national and international projects (Horizon Europe, European Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking, SNS JU).The results from the planned research and development activities are expected to lead to high-impact scientific publications, technology/knowledge transfer (e.g., open-source software, patents, contributions to standards), resulting in cutting-edge software and services (e.g., Volumetric Video Compression and Neural Radiance Fields), and career development opportunities.Who we are:The i2CAT Foundation is a non-profit research and innovation center that promotes mission-driven R&D activities on advanced Internet architectures, applications, and services. More than 15 years of international research define our expertise in the fields of 5G, IoT, VR, and Immersive Technologies, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, AI, and Digital Social Innovation.The greatest value of i2CAT is the talent of the people who make up our human team. We enjoy a team of people from more than 13 different nationalities and work every day to create and foster a work environment where we all feel comfortable creating, innovating, and growing.What will you enjoy?Work from our offices or from home, whichever works best for you. We only ask for one day in person at the office to coordinate with the rest of the team.This is a full-time vacancy.We have a flexible work schedule respecting your work-life balance.Reduced working hours on Fridays and in July and August.Fix + variable salary based on objectives.You decide whether you prefer to receive your salary in 12 or 14 payments.Optional benefits: Configure your salary according to your needs, including restaurant vouchers, public transport vouchers, nursery services, and medical insurance.Annual leave of 27 working days.We have fruit in the office to promote a healthy lifestyle.Free coffee and tea.If you are interested, you can participate in events of your sector.You will work with a laptop and can choose your operating system (Mac, Linux, or Windows).Company social and team-building events (virtual & in-person).You can develop your own training programme with our support.We will work to ensure you have a career plan to promote your growth and development.Where will you do it?At i2CAT, we have an established 'work-from-home' policy. You can work from home or from the office, whichever suits you best. We expect that you attend the office one day per week to stay connected with your team.Our offices are located in Zona Universitària, next to the Campus Nord of the UPC, within a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment. It is a well-connected area (metro, tram, bus) with bars and restaurants around.i2CAT is committed to equal opportunities and encourages female candidates to apply.Minimum requirements:A minimum of 3 years' professional development experience, ideally within teams of at least 5 people.Proficiency with Unity3D.Hands-on experience in the graphics sector, preferably in immersive technologies (XR, VR, AR).Proficient programming skills, grounded in knowledge of industry best practices and techniques.Robust expertise in C#, 2D/3D graphics, and memory management.Software and architecture design skills.Experience with agile development and scrum methodology.Nice to have:Experience in Android or Standalone platforms.Knowledge of C++.Knowledge of Unreal Engine.
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