VR Developer Volunteer

Resilience, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to improving the mental health of students, as well as reducing mass shootings, suicide, and depression. Resilience, Inc also works to combat declining test scores, low student engagement, and a slew of other social issues.

Our organization focuses on offering Social Emotional Learning tools to enable K-12 schools to teach emotional intelligence through five core topics; self-awareness, self-control, social awareness, relationship management, goal setting, and effective decision-making. Resilience, Inc. also provides tools for acquiring and maintaining inspiration, hope, and overall well-being.

Our mission is to teach SEL at every school in the country. It is a tough challenge, but we know “No Challenge, No Change.” If you are also concerned about children’s mental health and social being, join us! Become a member of Resilience, Inc, and help change the way schools approach mental health.

Key Responsibilities:

VR Application Development:

• Design and develop virtual reality applications and experiences for various VR platforms.
• Implement interactive and engaging features that enhance the overall user experience.

VR Hardware Integration:

• Integrate VR applications with different VR hardware devices, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility.
• Collaborate with hardware teams to explore and implement new VR technologies.

User Interface (UI) Design:

• Create intuitive and immersive user interfaces for VR applications.
• Optimize UI elements for a seamless and comfortable VR experience.

3D Modeling and Animation:

• Collaborate with artists and designers to integrate 3D models and animations into VR environments.
• Ensure high-quality graphics and realistic visual elements.

Performance Optimization:

• Optimize VR applications for performance, ensuring smooth frame rates and responsiveness.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks to enhance overall user experience.

Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams:

• Work closely with designers, artists, and other developers to bring VR concepts to life.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas for VR projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in VR application development, with a portfolio showcasing VR projects.
• Proficient in VR development tools and platforms (e.g., Unity3D, Unreal Engine).
• Strong programming skills in languages such as C# or C++.
• Familiarity with VR hardware devices and technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.