Texas State Technical College
• $75K — $86K *Qualifications
Responsibilities
Benefits
The employee will demonstrate TSTC’s Core Values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and community members.
XR Application Development
Designs, develops, prototypes, deploys, and maintains immersive applications and simulations using Unity and/or Unreal Engine, and related XR technologies. Translates skills-based learning objectives, user needs, and technical requirements into functional, engaging, and accessible XR applications. Develops scalable XR applications, prototypes, frameworks, and reusable components that support organizational XR initiatives. Develops immersive user interactions, navigation, input systems, spatial interfaces, object manipulation, physics-based interactions, and other application behaviors appropriate to XR environments. Integrates AI technologies, including AI-driven avatars, conversational agents, and other intelligent systems, into immersive applications and experiences. Develops and deploys simulations compatible with existing XR platforms, devices, and applications. Conducts comprehensive testing and debugging throughout the development lifecycle to identify and resolve issues related to functionality, performance, compatibility, and user experience. Optimizes applications for performance, usability, scalability, and compatibility across target platforms. Troubleshoots and resolves application issues, including performance bottlenecks, software bugs, and device-specific challenges. Applies appropriate accessibility and usability principles to immersive experiences.
LMS & Web-Based XR Integration
Develops browser-based XR experiences using HTML, JavaScript, WebXR, and related web technologies. Collaborates with stakeholders and engineering teams to integrate XR experiences with existing Learning Management Systems (LMS) and web-based platforms. Develops and maintains reusable web-based XR frameworks, prototypes, and integration processes. Tests, troubleshoots, and optimizes browser-based XR applications for compatibility, performance, and usability. Supports integration of XR applications with LMS platforms and related learning technologies for authentication, launch, progress tracking, completion, assessment, and reporting.
Collaboration & Technical Documentation
Collaborates with instructional designers, faculty, subject matter experts, project managers, and engineering teams to define requirements and develop effective XR solutions. Collaborates with Technical Artists and other XR team members to integrate 3D assets and interactive content into XR applications. Partners with Application Engineering, AI Engineering, and Data Engineering to support the integration of XR applications with broader AI and technology initiatives. Establishes, documents, and maintains coding standards, development guidelines, workflows, and best practices. Documents code, architecture, design decisions, development processes, and technical solutions to support collaboration and knowledge sharing. Designs and implements application architecture, interfaces, APIs, and integration patterns needed to connect XR applications with enterprise platforms, AI services, data sources, and other systems.
Training & Technical Support
Provides training and technical guidance to faculty, instructional designers, staff, and other stakeholders on XR applications, technologies, and best practices. Consults with geographically distributed stakeholders to support the effective implementation and use of XR solutions. Assists with the setup, configuration, deployment, maintenance, troubleshooting, and inventory management of XR devices and equipment.
Research & Innovation
Researches and evaluates emerging XR, AI, software development, and immersive learning technologies and recommends solutions that support organizational initiatives. Stays current with evolving XR platforms, development tools, frameworks, standards, and industry practices. Contributes to the continuous improvement of XR development processes, tools, applications, and technical capabilities. Develops mechanisms for capturing user interactions, simulation progress, completion data, assessments, and other learning or performance information as required by the application.
Minimum Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education where appropriate, consistent with TSTC’s equivalency philosophy.
Communication
Leads communication efforts for projects, programs, or teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and transparency. Shares complex technical information effectively with a range of stakeholders, tailoring messages to the audience. Facilitates open dialogue, encourages feedback, and fosters collaboration across teams, both internally and externally. Proactively addresses communication gaps to ensure smooth execution of initiatives and strengthen internal engagement.
Job Knowledge & Job Performance
Possesses advanced technical expertise and in-depth knowledge of processes, systems, and industry best practices. Leads efforts to apply this expertise to solve complex problems and optimize outcomes. Continuously seeks to improve technical skills and knowledge, staying ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies. Serves as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and mentoring to peers and juniors. Contributes to innovation, capability development, and service excellence through expert-level performance.
Ownership & Accountability
Takes ownership of key projects, programs, or processes, ensuring that goals are achieved efficiently and effectively. Holds oneself and others accountable for results, demonstrating the ability to manage risk and resolve issues proactively. Takes responsibility for both successes and challenges, applying critical thinking and sound judgment to learn from experiences and adapt strategies for continuous improvement. Maintains a strong sense of engagement and commitment to achieving outcomes.
Teamwork & Service
Leads by example in fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment. Works across functions and teams to ensure the achievement of shared goals, offering mentorship and support to peers and juniors. Actively contributes to team growth, recognizes the contributions of others, and encourages a service-oriented mindset to meet and exceed team expectations. Promotes a culture of mutual respect, community, and effective partnership in all interactions.
Planning & Execution
Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives while ensuring optimal use of resources to achieve those objectives by providing clear direction, motivation, guidance, and feedback. Identifies and addresses issues promptly and demonstrates a strong results orientation. Applies strategic thinking to align priorities with broader organizational goals and ensure timely, high-impact execution.
Critical Thinking & Judgement
Takes a proactive, solution-focused approach in anticipating, preventing, and solving problems. Utilizes strong reasoning skills and risk analysis to provide clear, informed, and timely decisions while considering organizational goals. Demonstrates good judgment in complex situations, balancing technical expertise with business acumen and long-term thinking. Drives innovation and improvement through thoughtful analysis and calculated risk-taking.
Leadership Without Authority
Effectively builds trust, leverages subject matter expertise, and navigates relationships to guide decisions and drive outcomes—regardless of reporting lines. Uses insight, credibility, and well-timed communication to align stakeholders and gain buy-in across levels. Role models professional behavior, adaptability, and integrity, encouraging others to follow by example. Demonstrates influence by connecting purpose to action and cultivating a culture of collaboration and accountability.
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