Lead External Development Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Lead External Development Artist (Gamedev): Planning and managing a robust external development pipeline for Cyberpunk 2 with an accent on workflows and software solutions. Focus on providing artistic and technical feedback to external partners and integrating approved assets into the game engine.

Location: This job requires working in Boston, US. Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.

Salary: $140,200 - $192,700 USD annually

Company

hirify.global creates revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers.

What you will do

• Plan and manage a robust External Development pipeline, including workflows and software solutions.
• Collaborate with Directors and leads to create an X-Dev strategy.
• Build and lead a team of experienced External Development artists, including goal setting, career development, and performance management.
• Collaborate with procurement staff in finding and vetting X-Dev partners.
• Provide artistic and technical feedback to external partners via documentation and direct communication.
• Integrate approved assets into the game engine, model and texture assets, and set up materials and shaders.

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant experience working in the video game industry in an External Development role and at least one shipped AAA title.
• Experience leading teams of 5 or more people.
• Proficiency with development packages such as Blender, Maya, and Substance.
• Good knowledge of composition, color theory, and lighting.
• Experience with physically based rendering (PBR).
• Able to deliver and receive feedback in a productive and accountable manner, with excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with Unreal Engine 5, Nanite, and Lumen.
• Experience with procedural content creation packages (Houdini, Designer, etc.).

Culture & Benefits

• Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).
• Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year.
• 401K with employer matching.
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more.
• Flexible working hours.
• Dog-friendly office and a truly international working environment.

Hiring process

• Candidates should include a portfolio in their application. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.