Company Profile:

At AstraZeneca's Oncology Business Unit, we’re all here to make an impact – to achieve our bold ambition of eliminating cancer as a cause of death. We relentlessly follow the science, challenging the status quo to deliver more effective treatments to patients in need. Our dedication means we purposefully push back the limits of knowledge to change the practice of medicine. To ensure no patient is left behind, no matter what stage of disease. We’re brave disruptors – entrepreneurial, adventurous and pioneering in our approach. Here you have the opportunity to step up, take personal accountability and lead changes in our ever-evolving environment.

Job description:

JOB TITLE : LEAD CONSULTANT -XR

CAREER LEVEL: E 

 

Leverage technology to impact patients and ultimately save lives

Do you have expertise in, and passion for, information technology? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the IT strategy in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

About Astrazeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.

About our it team

It’s a dynamic and results-oriented environment to work in – but that’s why we like it. There are countless opportunities to learn and grow, whether that’s exploring new technologies in hackathons, or redefining the roles and work of colleagues, forever. Shape your own path, with support all the way. Diverse minds that work cross- functionally and broadly together.

 

About the role

Responsibilities:

• Lead XR development projects using Unity and AR/VR technologies, demonstrating a solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.

• Design and develop immersive AR/VR/MR experiences for mobile devices and HMD's.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate multi-media assets into XR experiences.

• Build and deploy robust, reusable XR code solutions. Troubleshoot and fix bugs to ensure a seamless user experience. Maintain high code quality standards and automate workflows.

• Share XR expertise with AstraZeneca teams.

• Deliver innovative XR solutions that meet industry’s technical standards in terms of quality and performance.

 

Requirements:

• Expertise in Unity, C#, URP, and AR/VR development.

• Experience with iOS development using Unity 3D.

• Familiarity with various AR/VR devices.

• Very strong understanding of XR development pipeline (UX, 3D, Development).

• Proficiency in multiplayer backend systems and networking.

• Strong understanding of computer graphics and optimization for AR/VR.

• Grasp of UX design for XR interfaces.

• Agile mindset and willingness to learn new XR technologies.

• Expertise in Unity scripting, CAD model visualization, and scene composition.

• Experience with different Metaverse/XR platforms and SDKs.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Availability for global travel.

• Leadership skills and understanding of the pharmaceutical industry.

Desired Skills:

• Technical degree or equivalent qualification with 9+ years of unity or similar experience.

• Proficiency in game engine like, unity, unreal and exposure to Web-XR.

• Proficiency in ARKit, ARCore, XR SDK, Photon and PiXYZ.

• Experience with scripting languages like C#, JavaScript and Python.

• Object-oriented design, design patterns, and 3D Math knowledge.

• Strong web API skills for backend integration.

• Ability to provide accurate information, quick decision making and influence positive outcomes.

 

WHY JOIN US ?

We’re a network of high-reaching self-starters who contribute to something far bigger. We enable AstraZeneca to perform at its peak by delivering premier technology and data solutions.

We’re not afraid to take ownership and run with it. Empowered with unrivalled freedom. Put simply, it’s because we make a significant impact. Everything we do matters.