Technical Artist (GameDev)

TL;DR

Technical Artist (GameDev): Creating and optimizing content within Unreal Engine projects with an accent on memory and performance capture analysis, scene auditing, and content optimization related to Environment art, Niagara VFX, and Materials. Focus on collaborating with client studios and internal teams to solve challenges and hit frame time targets.

Location: Fully remote within the UK.

Salary: £48,000 - £77,650

Company

hirify.global is an accredited Gold Service Unreal Engine Partner, providing top-tier engineering and technical art services with specialisms in optimisation, porting, technology integration, and full consultation.

What you will do

• Create and analyze Memory and Performance captures.
• Audit scenes to identify areas for optimization.
• Optimize content related to Environment art, Niagara VFX, and Materials.
• Collaborate with client studios and internal teams.
• Solve challenges and find solutions.

Requirements

• Proven background as a Technical Artist on Unreal Engine projects.
• Deep knowledge of performance trace analysis using tools like Unreal Insights.
• Strong familiarity with creating and optimising materials and Niagara systems.
• Background in working with various platforms and platform-specific tools.
• Strong capability with Editor Tools and Utility scripting.

Culture & Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus scheme.
• Private Healthcare with Vitality.
• Cashplan for out of pocket expenses (Dental and Optical).
• 25 days Annual Leave + discretional festive close down.
• Additional days for learning and volunteering.
• Enhanced Maternity + Paternity leave.

Hiring process

• Technical interview (45-60 minutes): A discussion of your development experience and ambitions with technical hiring managers.
• Final interview (45-60 minutes): Meet with company directors or members of the management team to discuss the studio and culture.