Senior Technical Artist

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Technical Artist to join their innovative team in Sunderland . You will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between art and technology, developing tools, shaders, and pipelines that empower the art team to create stunning visuals efficiently. This position requires a unique blend of artistic sensibility and strong technical problem-solving skills. You will work closely with artists, engineers, and designers to optimize workflows, implement new technologies, and ensure the highest possible visual fidelity within project constraints, all within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain art pipelines, tools, and workflows to improve art asset creation efficiency.
• Create and optimize shaders, materials, and lighting solutions for game environments and characters.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues encountered by the art team.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement new rendering features and optimize engine performance.
• Create and manage performance budgets for art assets, ensuring they meet technical requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Technical Artist in the games industry.
• Strong proficiency in a game engine such as Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Expertise in scripting languages (e.g., Python, MEL, C#) for tool development.
• Solid understanding of 3D art principles, shaders, and rendering techniques.
• Experience with optimization techniques for real-time graphics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects.
• Continuous learning and professional development support.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team culture.