Lead Technical Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Lead Technical Artist (Gamedev): Leading the development and implementation of innovative art solutions across multiple unannounced AAA game projects with an accent on enhancing workflows and practices. Focus on solving complex technical issues, mentoring the technical art team, and improving 3D art pipelines for efficiency.

Location: Based at our riverside headquarters in Oxford, UK. We can provide a relocation package, including moving assistance, temporary accommodation, and full support to ensure a smooth transition. Hybrid options are open for discussion based on individual needs.

Company

hirify.global is an independent video game developer and publisher with multiple studios, also involved in film, board games, books, and comics.

What you will do

• Partner with stakeholders across departments to maintain and improve Art workflows and practices in line with production requirements.
• Develop high-quality 3D art pipeline tools with a focus on usability and efficiency.
• Provide hands-on support for Artists and Programmers regarding asset performance and validation.
• Review creative processes and identify opportunities for tool improvements.
• Identify project risks regarding art pipelines and performance and collaborate on solutions.
• Guide, inspire, and mentor a team of Technical Artists, providing clear feedback and fostering a collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Extensive professional experience in a comparable role, having delivered at least one title through a full development cycle.
• Leadership experience guiding teams of Technical Artists, providing mentorship, and setting standards for quality and efficiency.
• Expert proficiency using Python in Art pipeline tools.
• Extensive experience with Maya, Blender, or 3DS Max.
• Ability to work on unusually complex problems and provide highly creative solutions.
• Must have the permanent right to work in the UK. We are unable to provide or take over visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.

Nice to have

• Experience with modeling processes, hi-res sculpting, baking textures, and material shaders setup in real-time render engine.
• Knowledge of procedural content creation packages.
• Experience with photogrammetry.

Culture & Benefits

• 22 days holidays + Christmas closure & Bank holidays (increasing with service at 5 years – one day each year until you reach 31 days).
• Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, including dental and Vision.
• Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover.
• Enhanced Family Leave.
• Enhanced Pension Scheme.
• Friendly, creative, and relaxed working atmosphere.