Step into the future with our game-changing startup! We're pushing the boundaries of mixed reality and AI, and we need a top-notch Unity Lead Engineer to help us.


Using the Apple Vision Pro headset, we're crafting a new kind of interactive mixed-reality experience. What we’re building is not a traditional game, but uses elements of what typically goes in to a game, including art, animation, AI / ML, and user interaction. Our goal is to create an engaging and emotionally uplifting experience. Our product will be an example of successful deployment of Affective AI.

We have an experienced leadership team, and excellent technical contributors. What are we missing? A person like you, who has deep Unity experience and can design the right overall approach we take, including directing the efforts of others across the team.

If you’re excited by our mission, and if you share our love for mixed reality and
Affective AI, then let's chat. Together, we’ll be able to bring a new kind of mixed-reality experience to life.

Location: Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam⎮ Job type: Full-time employee
Report line: Engineering Manager⎮ Department: Engineering - Gameplay
What you will do
We need a Unity Engineer who is not just a code wizard but also a visionary – able to do things with Unity that have not been done before!

We need a person who can think beyond conventions, and who can challenge the status quo, bringing fresh perspectives to the table.  A person who sees ambiguity as an opportunity to explore, experiment, and shape the future.

The mission of the successful candidate will be to spearhead the development of a Unity-based cutting-edge Apple Vision Pro experience that blurs the lines between imagination and reality.  They will work closely with cross-functional teams, collaborating with an animation lead, designers, product managers, and world-class AI / ML engineers, to bring to life ideas that were only recently considered impossible.

  • Lead the development and implementation of our innovative app on Apple Vision Pro in Unity, by utilizing your expertise to craft immersive user experiences.
  • Collaborate with our animation lead, tech specialists, and engineering team to develop Unity animation plugins to work with and to improve our animation pipeline.
  • Collaborate with our design and development teams to ensure seamless integration of mixed reality elements.
  • Optimize app performance and user experience for various devices.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges as they arise.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in Unity and mixed reality technology.
  • Push the boundaries of technology to create the extraordinary.
  • Embrace and thrive in an environment of uncertainty, change, growth, and distributed work.
  • Help us hire top engineers and build a team to execute on our vision.
  • Plan and delegate tasks across our distributed team.
What you need to succeed
  • Solid experience in Unity development.
  • An understanding of Unity trigger events to incorporate external C# scripts/methods.
  • Proven track record of building captivating applications.
  • Knowledge of Unity animation editor, animation trees, blend states, etc.
  • Experience with animation systems (Unity or elsewhere), including keyframe-based animation, and (ideally) motion-matching as well.  (Extra bonus points for experience with Learned Motion Matching!)
  • Ability to turn abstract ideas into practical solutions.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to new challenges.
  • Passionate about exploring new technologies and pushing limits.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Has a natural drive to document!
  • Interest and skills in mentoring less-experienced developers.
Why choose us?
Our stealth-mode startup, guided by seasoned leaders, seeks skilled professionals like you to advance our mission. We're developing a novel approach that uses Affective AI to engage humans in a positive emotional way...in mixed reality. Your expertise is essential for our success.
  • 1
    Innovative AI
    Our Affective AIs understand you as a emotional, physiological being. For many this will be the first time they've interacted with an AI in a totally natural and intuitive way. We are targeting the new Apple Vision Pro, making your experiences more engaging and life-like than ever before.
  • 2
    Experienced Leadership
    Our co-founders bring a wealth of experience in AI and the gaming industry. One co-founder built the first unicorn game startup in Southeast Asia, while the other served as the Head of Character AI at Apple and Dreamworks.
  • 3
    Massive Impact
    Within five years, our AIs will engage with hundreds of millions of people daily, with a genuine understanding of them as emotional and physiological beings. You'll have a unique opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact on users' lives.
  • 4
    Proven Revenue Model
    We've already established a strong and proven and ethical revenue model, ensuring our startup's long-term success and sustainability.
  • 5
    Stock Option Program
    As a team member, you'll be able to participate in our stock option program, sharing in our success as we grow.
  • 6
    Growth Opportunity
    We empower our team to take initiative in their work and their career. We want to see you grow both professionally and a person.
Work Environment
  • Teamwork makes the dream work, so at bootloader studio we pay very close attention to the work environment to curate it into a happy, healthy, productive environment.
  • 100% product/innovation-focused startup company with experienced founders
  • Flat organization – don’t come to work for us if you want or need minions working for you!
  • Open communication – we listen to each other
  • Friendly, flexible, and fun culture
  • Comfortable, modern, beautiful offices full of the newest tech gears
Equal Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe in treating all employees and applicants with fairness and respect, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We value the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings, as it enhances our team's creativity and innovation. Join us and be part of an organization that upholds equal employment opportunities for all.
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