XR Tech / UI Developer

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the

storytellers

bringing our characters to life, the

creators

bringing them to your living rooms and the

dreamers

creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role

The XR Tech & UI Developer provides a two prong support function.

As XR Tech, this role supports XR productions with lens calibration, on site remote set up for XR systems and understanding various tracking systems for AR.

As UI Developer, this role supports the Sr. UI Developer with the XR UI functions, writing code for data analytics integration and automation and understanding playout operations to enhance functionality and capabilities for AR graphics.

Your Role Accountabilities :

UI Developer

Assist the Sr. Developer with XR UI enhancements and development

Understand data integration and how data comes into our system and can be written into AR graphics

Blueprint scripting to aid in capability enhancement and / or automation to help the operators / play out team in production

At times, on call to aid in troubleshooting of the UI program if there is a technical issues during a production

XR Tech

Performing lens calibration and understanding tracking platforms and set up

Configuring render engines as needed between shows

Set up of XR systems on site for remote productions

Assist with R&D and testing of new systems and technologies

Qualifications & Experiences :

5+ years experience with software development and / or UI solutions coding

Understanding XR workflow

Knowledgeable in Pixotope XR platform

Some knowledge of other XR platforms like Ross Xpression, VizRT, Zero Density

Knowledge of tracking systems :

Pixotope, Vinten, Mosys, Stype

Experience with writing code in .Net, Unreal Blueprint and Python programs

Understanding of cameras, focal lengths, lenses, etc.

Good soft skills including communication in both speaking and email

Calm under pressure

Ability to self direct to prioritize and meet deadlines

Ability to assist with troubleshooting issues

Not Required but preferred experience :

Written successful programs that aid in productions

Understanding of cyber security risks and precautions

On set virtual production experience

Can provide opinions and participate in brainstorming sessions and / or technical strategy meetings.

Familiarity with AI tools.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com / guiding-principles / along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

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