AI Immersive Technologist, OceanX Education
About OceanX:
OceanX is a nonprofit working to unlock the ocean’s sustainable potential. Through a dual focus on science and education, we’re building a new paradigm where humanity and the ocean mutually thrive. Our approach is fueled by exploration, leveraging advanced research, multimedia educational programs, cross-sector partnerships, and advanced technology to help transform how people understand and value the ocean. Our work strives to fortify biodiversity and increase the sustainable use of ocean resources to help ensure the ocean remains a foundation for human wellbeing and potential. OceanX is a nonprofit operating program of Dalio Philanthropies.
For more information, visit www.oceanx.org and follow OceanX on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Position Summary:
OceanX Education is seeking an AI Immersive Technologist to lead the design and development of AI-powered immersive experiences that transform how global audiences engage with the ocean. This role focuses on building scalable systems that integrate generative AI, real-time 3D technologies, and interactive storytelling to deliver dynamic, exploration-driven learning experiences.
Working across Science, Media, Education, and Technology teams, this individual will drive end-to-end development - from concept through deployment - while establishing production pipelines, managing external partners, and ensuring technical excellence. This role plays a key part in advancing OceanX’s mission by enabling innovative, data-driven experiences that make the ocean more accessible, understandable, and compelling to audiences worldwide.
OceanX Education pursues its mission through a consultative, founder-partnered approach, shaping programs that align with the founder’s vision while achieving strategic and meaningful outcomes.
Position Location:
Singapore
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Define and evolve OceanX’s approach to AI-driven immersive education and storytelling.
- Design immersive experiences that make ocean science more accessible, engaging, and exploration-driven for global audiences.
- Identify opportunities to transform learning from passive content into interactive, exploration-driven experiences.
- Lead technical development while remaining hands-on in coding, prototyping, and system design.
- Own the end-to-end development of immersive experiences — from concept and prototyping through production, deployment, and launch.
- Design and implement scalable pipelines that combine AI tools and real-time 3D engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal, WebXR) to create immersive experiences at scale.
- Integrate and apply multi-modal generative AI ecosystems (e.g., Gemini, Claude, ComfyUI, or similar) across asset creation, environment design, interaction systems, narrative generation, and production workflows.
- Leverage generative AI tools to accelerate production and unlock new formats for immersive storytelling.
- Translate real-world ocean and scientific data into interactive, explorable systems, simulations, and immersive environments.
- Work across creative coding, 3D systems, and AI integration to solve complex technical challenges.
- Evaluate and integrate emerging AI and spatial computing technologies into scalable production workflows.
- Contribute to building long-term, repeatable systems for scalable immersive content creation.
- Direct and collaborate with external studios, developers, and creative partners to deliver high-quality immersive outputs.
- Support cross-functional collaboration with Science, Media, Education, Technology, and Partnerships teams to align technical development with mission goals.
- Mentor internal team members, fellows, and collaborators contributing to immersive and interactive projects.
- Willingness to travel regionally and globally depending on business needs.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Professional Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Interactive Media, Game Development, Creative Technology, or a related field.
- At least seven (7) years of experience developing and delivering interactive, immersive, or spatial digital experiences.
- Strong hands-on experience with Unreal Engine and TouchDesigner required. Experience with additional platforms such as Unity, WebXR, Blender, creative coding frameworks, or related tools is a plus.
- Demonstrated experience building and shipping interactive media systems, immersive environments, generative visual workflows, or spatial storytelling experiences using TouchDesigner and Unreal Engine.
- At least one (1) year of hands-on experience using generative AI tools within production workflows.
- Demonstrated experience applying multi-modal generative model ecosystems (e.g., ComfyUI, Gemini, Claude, or similar) within production-grade workflows.
- Experience building or integrating AI pipelines through APIs, SDKs, and automation in production environments.
- Proficiency in creative coding and solving technical challenges across AI, 3D, and interactive systems.
- Proven ability to ship interactive, immersive, or spatial experiences.
- Experience designing systems for scalable content production.
- Ability to operate as both a hands-on builder and technical leader.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in fast-evolving, ambiguous environments.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
- Experience in education technology, simulation, or data-driven storytelling is a plus.
- Familiarity working with scientific datasets or real-world data systems is a plus.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, dynamic startup environments.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings or late evenings, to support cross-time zone collaboration.
- Adaptable to varying workloads, balancing periods of focused execution with lighter operational phases.
Personal Attributes:
- Determined, resourceful and practical. An independent, self-starter, with a “roll up your sleeves” attitude and strong work ethic
- Agility, with a track record of getting things done
- Organized, reliable, and meticulous
- Ability to prioritize, meet tight deadlines, anticipate needs, and maintain high quality work
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Comfortable with ambiguity
- Maintains high standards
- Highly collaborative
- General curiosity and passion for the Ocean
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation for the role includes a competitive salary dependent on years of experience, level of education obtained, as well as applicable skillset), and an excellent benefits package, including a comprehensive employer paid medical plan and CPF.
Please note that we do not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.