VP of Engineering (Spatial Computing)

Imvizar Limited; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech startup in immersive storytelling is seeking a VP of Engineering (Spatial Computing) in Dublin, Ireland. This hands-on role involves leading an engineering team, developing a no-code spatial storytelling platform, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, including 5 years in leadership roles, and expertise in real-time 3D graphics and cloud computing. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, with hybrid and remote work options available.

Benefits

Share options

Company events

Work from home

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, including 5+ years leading teams.
• Expertise with game engines like Unity or Unreal.
• Background in cloud computing and backend systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor an engineering team while writing production-level code.
• Develop and execute the engineering roadmap for the platform.
• Collaborate with creative and content teams to deliver experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Spatial computing

Real-time 3D graphics

Collaboration

Software development

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Unity

C#

WebGL

Job description

Imvizar is a leader in immersive spatial storytelling, creating powerful real world experiences for global partners including Salesforce, Google, Bupa, Spike Island, Grant Thornton, and the IRFU.

We are now launching Lureo, the worlds first no code spatial storytelling platform, opening this new creative medium to creators everywhere.

The Opportunity

This is a rare chance to join a fast growing startup at a pivotal moment. We are seeking a VP of Engineering (Spatial Computing) who has a proven track record of delivering high quality products at speed and scale. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of spatial computing, gaming technology, and modern web platforms, along with the ability to translate that knowledge into a world class creator experience.

This is a truly hands on role. You will lead and mentor the engineering team while also writing production level code, setting technical direction, and ensuring excellence across the entire product. Your leadership and expertise will shape the future of Lureo and help define the next generation of spatial storytelling for creators around the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Strategy: Develop and execute the engineering roadmap for our no-code spatial storytelling platform.
• Platform Development: Lead the architecture, development, and optimization of the platform, ensuring performance, scalability, and ease of use.
• Innovation & R&D: Stay ahead of industry trends in spatial computing, AR/VR/MR, AI-driven content generation, and real-time 3D rendering.
• Team Management & Growth: Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing engineering team across multiple disciplines (e.g., software engineering, 3D graphics, AI, networking, and user experience).
• Experience Production: Collaborate closely with creative and content teams to deliver immersive spatial storytelling experiences, ensuring technical feasibility and excellence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Product, Design, and Business teams to align technical execution with company goals.
• Quality & Performance: Establish best practices in software development, including code reviews, testing, security, and deployment processes.

The ideal candidate will have…

• Proven experience as a senior engineering leader in spatial computing, gaming, AR/VR/MR, or related fields.
• Expertise in real-time 3D graphics, game engines (Unity, Unreal, or WebXR), and immersive interaction design.
• Strong background in architecting and building scalable platforms, ideally in no-code/low-code environments.
• Deep understanding of networking, cloud computing, and backend systems that support immersive experiences.
• Experience in Unity, C#, Web development, WebGL, and backend technologies.
• A working style that is highly collaborative and open to working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Possess a ‘can do’ attitude and strong drive to deliver a world class product.
• Experience leading engineering teams, fostering innovation, and scaling technology.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years of experience managing engineering teams.
• Ability to write clean, readable, reusable, and easily maintainable code.
• Experience with source control systems and CI/CD workflows.
• Experience integrating 3rd party plugins, SDKs and APIs.
• Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Nice to Have:
• Experience with AI-driven content generation and procedural storytelling.
• Familiarity with spatial mapping, SLAM, LiDAR, or computer vision technologies.
• A passion for storytelling, immersive experiences, and democratizing spatial computing.
• What We Offer:
• A unique opportunity to make your mark on the future of spatial storytelling.
• A collaborative and creative work environment with cutting-edge technology.
• Competitive salary, equity options, and benefits.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.

Compensation

A competitive salary with the potential to earn equity in the company.

Additional benefits

• Share options
• Company events
• Work from home

PLEASE NOTE: This position is ideally hybrid in Dublin/Ireland, however we are open to remote roles for the right candidate.

Next Steps

Send us a one-pager outlining why you are suitable for the role, along with your CV and relevant links for e.g. LinkedIn profile, website, GitHub or other project links you think might be of interest, to [e-mail]

The opportunity will remain open until the right candidate is found so we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

Please note:

No recruiters, please.

We receive a high volume of applications, so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion. Thank you for your understanding and interest.

A culture of creativity is at the core of Imvizar. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our mission and to our impact. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas to solve the complex problems of a changing world.

Note: This job will be posted twice (Ireland & UK) due to LinkedIn limitations.