XR Jobs Pulse: January 2026
Monthly insights into the AR/VR job market trends, skills in demand, and salary data
Published January 3, 2026
182
Total Active Jobs
4%
Remote Positions
$148,750
Average Median Salary
📈 Top Trending Roles
XR Software Engineer
79 open positions
Computer Vision Engineer
12 open positions
VR/AR Designer
11 open positions
Unity Developer
1 open positions
Technical Artist
0 open positions
🛠️ Skills in Demand
Computer Vision100%
Python94%
Unity48%
Unreal Engine31%
C++2%
Explore jobs by skill:
💰 Salary Snapshot
Software Engineer$145,000
Designer$115,000
Hardware Engineer$160,000
Research Scientist$175,000
🌍 Hiring by Region
North America84%
Europe8%
Asia Pacific9%
Other0%
🏠 Remote vs Onsite Breakdown
4%
Remote
40%
Hybrid
56%
Onsite