Senior Technical Artist (VFX)

TL;DR

Senior Technical Artist (VFX): Bridging the gap between art and technology for The Witcher 4, with an accent on developing advanced shaders, gameplay-reactive effects, and streamlined workflows. Focus on optimizing visual effects for performance, building engine-side tools in C++, and collaborating closely with cross-disciplinary teams to push the technical boundaries of Unreal Engine 5.

Location: Office-first in Warsaw, Poland (with a relocation package provided); select remote roles may be considered for candidates within Europe.

Salary: 21,300 – 33,715 PLN gross monthly.

Company

A world-renowned developer behind revolutionary, story-driven RPGs, dedicated to creating immersive gaming experiences with a global, inclusive team.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain complex shader systems and VFX tools within Unreal Engine.
• Collaborate with engineers and artists to integrate assets and optimize visual performance for GPU/CPU.
• Build and maintain production pipelines using C++ and relevant DCC tools.
• Troubleshoot rendering, shader, and pipeline issues throughout the development lifecycle.
• Mentor team members and foster a collaborative technical art culture.
• Communicate technical requirements and solutions across art and engineering disciplines.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a technical art role within game development.
• Proficiency in Unreal Engine 5, including advanced shader development.
• Strong knowledge of C++ for tool building and maintenance.
• Experience with 3D creation software such as Blender or Maya.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability to relocate to Warsaw or work remotely within Europe.

Nice to have

• Experience with Python for automation and pipeline support.
• Proficiency in procedural content creation using Houdini.
• Experience with Blueprint scripting in Unreal Engine.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive relocation support including flights, temporary housing, and legal assistance.
• Generous paid leave (20-26 days) and paid sick leave.
• Flexible working hours (8:00-10:00 AM start time).
• Comprehensive life insurance, pension plans, and mental health support.
• Onsite gym, dog-friendly office, and regular social events.
• Access to a cafeteria platform for vouchers and perks.