Technical Artist (Game Development)

TL;DR

Technical Artist (Unreal Engine): Integrating and contributing to an innovative experiences team with an accent on in-depth shader and post-process knowledge. Focus on troubleshooting art pipelines, optimizing game art, and collaborating closely with code and art teams.

Location: Must be based in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

Company

hirify.global is an award-winning studio with over 30 years of experience in developing diverse digital experiences.

What you will do

• Troubleshoot art pipelines and provide effective solutions.
• Suggest optimisations for all aspects of art within game development.
• Create and optimise material shaders and Blueprints.
• Work closely with code and art teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Actively participate in group critiques and iterate on work.
• Follow and recreate established art styles to maintain consistency.

Requirements

• Experience creating and optimising shaders.
• Proven technical expertise with Maya.
• Strong VFX skills.
• Experience in Unreal Engine 4 and Unreal Engine 5.
• Blueprint experience.
• Strong verbal, written, and visual communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with iterative development and rapid gameplay prototyping.
• Console development experience.
• Lighting skills.
• Houdini knowledge.

Culture & Benefits

• Excellent holiday package and regular social events.
• Friendly, focused, ambitious, and relaxed working environment.
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA.
• Dog-friendly studio environment.
• Fresh fruit, healthy snacks, and bean-to-cup coffee machine in the studio.