XR Developer — SportsAI

Build immersive experiences that put fans at the heart of the action.

Who We Are

SportsAI is a Brisbane-based sports tech company redefining fan engagement through the power of Artificial Intelligence and Extended Reality. Born from a collaboration between Mining Skills Australia and Motion Curve, we build immersive, data-driven digital experiences for elite sporting organisations — from live event activations to AI-powered fan platforms.

Category: Sports AI

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Brisbane CBD

THE OPPORTUNITY

Position Title: XR Developer

Department: Technology & Product

Reports To: Technical Director

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Brisbane City, QLD

We’re looking for a talented XR Developer to join our growing Technology & Product team. You’ll be hands‑on building AR, VR, and MR experiences that reach fans at live events, on their devices, and across digital platforms — working alongside experienced developers, designers, and AI engineers in a cooperative environment that values creativity, technical excellence, and a genuine love for what you do.

If you’re passionate about immersive technology and want to build experiences that millions of fans actually feel — this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

XR Development & Delivery

- Develop AR/VR/MR applications for sports fan engagement, live event activations, and stadium experiences
- Build real‑time 3D environments, interactive AR overlays, and immersive VR experiences using Unity and/or Unreal Engine
- Implement integrations with AI systems,



live data feeds, and broadcast technologies
- Optimise XR experiences for performance across Meta Quest, iOS/Android AR, and WebXR
- Write clean, well‑documented, and maintainable code in line with team standards

Collaboration & Communication

- Work closely with UX/UI designers and technical artists to bring creative briefs to life
- Participate in Agile ceremonies — stand‑ups, sprint planning, retrospectives
- Communicate progress, blockers, and solutions clearly within the team
- Contribute ideas and technical insights during brainstorming and innovation sessions

Quality & Testing

- Conduct thorough testing across devices and platforms to ensure quality and performance
- Identify and resolve bugs and performance issues swiftly and efficiently
- Support UAT with internal stakeholders and clients as required

Learning & Development

- Stay current with emerging XR technologies, tools, and industry trends
- Actively participate in code reviews and team learning initiatives
- Pursue professional development — we’ll support you every step of the way

WHAT YOU BRING

- 2+ years of professional XR development experience (AR/VR/MR) — with a portfolio to prove it




- Proficiency in Unity (C#) and/or Unreal Engine (C++/Blueprints)
- Experience with ARKit, ARCore, Vuforia, or equivalent AR SDKs
- Solid understanding of 3D spatial design, real‑time rendering, and performance optimisation
- Familiarity with WebXR or browser‑based immersive experiences
- Strong communication skills and a team‑first mindset
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Desirable (Bonus Points If You Have…)

- Experience in sports tech, live events, or fan engagement platforms
- Exposure to AI/ML integration within XR environments
- Familiarity with wearable AR tech
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Interest in spatial audio, haptics, or multi‑user XR environments

WHY SPORTSAI?

- Be part of a growing sports tech startup with real national and international reach
- Work on projects that fans actually experience — at live events and on‑screen
- Get hands‑on with the latest XR hardware, AI tools, and cutting‑edge development platforms
- Work in the heart of Brisbane City
- Mentorship and career development from experienced senior XR and AI developers
- Clear career progression pathway toward Lead XR Developer and beyond
- Professional development and conference attendance support
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- A high‑energy team at the intersection of sport and technology — that genuinely loves what they do

READY TO BUILD THE FUTURE OF SPORTS?

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