Extended Reality and Unity Developer Extended Reality (XR) and Unity developer with over 6 years of experience developing Virtual and Augmented Reality applications and systems for education, training, research, and product visualisation. Multidisciplinary academic background in Software Development and Architecture.
Proficient in C#, TypeScript, JavaScript, and Python. Experienced in creating multiuser immersive experiences and spaces using Unity 3D and VR headsets.
+6Years of Experience
+20Projects Delivered
2Publications
Skills
Programming Languages
C#
Python
JavaScript
TypeScript
Software Engineering
Realtime Networked Apps
Clean & Reusable Code
Entity-Component-System
XR Development
Unity
ARFoundation
ARKit
ARCore
XR Interaction Toolkit
OpenXR
SteamVR
XR Hardware
Meta Quest
Pico
Microsoft HoloLens
Vive Trackers
Logitech MX Ink
Web XR and 3D
React
React Native
Three.js
A-Frame
AR.js
WebXR
8th Wall
Backend
Node.js
Express
Supabase
FastAPI
Tools and Platforms
Git
CI/CD
Meta Horizon Store
Apple App Store
AI Tools
Claude Code
OpenAI
Codex
LLM & GenAI API Integration
3D Modelling
Rhinoceros 3D
Grasshopper
AutoCAD
OpenCascade
Design
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
UI/UX Design
Experience
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Software Engineer ConsultantA2Z-CM
•Development of user interface improvements for the website of A2Z-CM.
•Created a CI/CD pipeline that updates the website development automatically.
•Integration of LLMs API for scheduled jobs posts discovery.
Leiden / The Hague, Netherlands
Extended Reality DeveloperLeiden University - Leiden Learning and Innovation Centre
•Developed over 7 Extended Reality (XR) applications for faculties and partner organisations including Faculty of Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, and SURF, working directly with domain specialists.
•Developed a multiuser ultrasound training XR app for training medical students, using XR headsets, 3D printed patient body, 3D printed ultrasound probe, and spatial calibration using image tracking.
•Led the design and development of an interactive media and virtual production studio by integrating filming equipment, DMX lighting, projectors, Vive Trackers within a custom built Unity application.
•Presented XR work and projects in various internal and external academic conferences and events.
Amman, Jordan
Freelance Extended Reality DeveloperUpwork
AR Flooring Visualizer
•Developed an AR flooring visualisation app using Unity 3D and ARFoundation (ARKit for iOS and ARCore for Android) that enables users to view different flooring installations in their environments.
•Enabled realistic rendering using AR Light Estimation, PBR Materials, and Depth Occlusions using LiDAR.
•Developed manual creation system of floor plans, and subtraction of geometric objects for occlusion.
AR Jewellery Viewer
•Developed an AR jewellery viewer using Unity 3D and ARFoundation's Face Tracking where users can virtually try different accessories including necklaces, earrings, nose rings, and glasses.
•Integrated physics-based movement based on the user's head movement and realistic rendering.
AR Virtual Assistant
•Developed an AR Virtual Assistant (Robot Butler) using Unity 3D and Watson SDK (Speech-to-Text, Watson Assistant, and Text-to-Speech).
•Integrated AIML files along Watson to enable full conversation (questions, jokes, and games) with the assistant.
•Embedded the assistant in AR to have interactions and animations within the user's Environment.
WebXR Hologram Customizable Experiences
•Developed a full-stack web solution for creating fully customizable AR hologram experiences running on mobile browsers using Strapi CMS, 8th Wall, A-Frame, and Three.js.
•Extended Strapi Content Management System to configure all necessary components of the AR experience (models, videos, animations, particles, etc.).
•Integrated green screen shader on videos to give the illusions of holograms.
Amman, Jordan
Technology Consultant and Software EngineerMultiple Organisations
Friedrich Ebert Stiftung - Tech Consultant and Web Developer
•Developed an Election Monitoring website for the 2021 Iraqi Parliamentary Elections.
•Created an online training portal for observers with an evaluation system.
•Configured a survey system that was used by over 1,000 observers simultaneously within the website.
Federation of Canadian Municipalities - Tech Consultant and E-Learning Trainer
•Developed guides and videos to enable the Jordan Municipal Support Project's (JMSP) team to perform their regular workshops in an online remote setting due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
•Held various training for different municipalities' members and provided guidance on the use of digital tools for holding remote workshops.
•Configured a survey system for 12 municipalities and provided guides and training for the system.
•Provided general tech consultancy for JMSP needs in their diverse projects.
Jordanian University - Tech Consultant and Web Developer
•Developed an online training portal that can handle multiple curriculums using Strapi Content Management System (CMS) and React.
•Enabled the registration of students, viewing the curriculums' materials, and evaluation of the students.
•Funded by the European Union and Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (aecid).
ReBootKamp - Tech Mentor
•Oversaw an intensive 4 months, 12 hours a day Full-Stack Web Development Bootcamp (based on HackReactor's curriculum) for over 30 students.
•Held the core lectures and live coding sessions of the curriculum for different technologies (HTML, CSS, Javascript, NodeJS, Express, MongoDB, and React).
•Collaborated with 5 facilitators to guide and track students' progress and emotional health.
•Coordinated rewriting of the curriculum, redesign of lectures and programming test-based exercises and toy problems.
Education
Glasgow, United Kingdom
M.Sc. in Software DevelopmentUniversity of Glasgow
•Master’s Thesis: Developed an augmented reality manual that guides users in assembling an IKEA chair with a gamified user experience.
•Awarded a fully-funded scholarship from the Chevening Foundation.
•Courses in human-computer interaction, algorithms and data structures, advanced programming, database design, and software engineering, and project Management.
Madaba, Jordan
B.Sc. in ArchitectureGerman Jordanian University
•Bachelor’s Thesis: Designed an Innovation Hub in Amman, Jordan that brings together the local community and enterprises to develop businesses and products using digital manufacturing technologies.
•Courses in Architectural Design, 2D and 3D Design Software, and computational design.
•An Exchange semester in FH Bielefeld, Germany with courses in architecture and urban design
•Six months Internship at DOM Architekturburo: designing, planning, and producing architectural drawings.
Publications
2025
Development and Face and Content Validation of Augmedicine: Ultrasound – An Extended Reality Application for Ultrasound TrainingMulder TA, Jacobs R, Zuurmond MS, Qaddoumi A et al.
2026
Augmedicine: Ultrasound: Training in ultrasound using XR – a randomized controlled trialMulder TA, Jacobs RC, Zuurmond MS, Qaddoumi A et al.