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Build immersive experiences for AR and VR platforms used in gaming, healthcare, education, and training. One of the fastest-growing development specializations.
$85,000
Lower reported wage
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Not available in our data
$211,450
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.

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Create free account →BLS describes software developers broadly; AR/VR tools and credentials vary by employer. [1]
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No AR/VR Developer SOC. Engine programming → 15-1252 Software Developers. 3D/animation work → 27-1014.
Annual median review, October 27, 2026: The stored BLS occupation includes a broader population than this specialty, title, or credential. No separate annual median for this role has been verified in the reviewed source, so the broader occupation median is not presented as its own. Sources: https://www.bls.gov/oes/2025/may/oes_stru.htm . Existing employment and projection figures were not refreshed.
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Direct software route; add 3D interaction and prototype projects. [1]
Create interactive experiences, integrate assets, and debug performance. [1]
Software studios, design teams, training companies, and research groups. [1]
Usually full time; release deadlines may extend hours. [1]
Device limits, usability, and motion comfort require repeated testing. [1]
Experience may lead to lead developer or immersive-product direction. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.