Tech Art Lead (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Tech Art Lead (Gamedev): Leading the technical art discipline and team for a new, action-oriented PlayStation title with an accent on character rigging, pipeline automation, and performance optimization. Focus on defining the technical art roadmap, mentoring a cross-discipline team, and building scalable production workflows within Unreal Engine.

Location: Remote (US) or hybrid (pay ranges vary by geographic location).

Salary: $143,000–$215,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, known for developing world-class console and PC gaming experiences.

What you will do

• Define the Technical Art team's vision, goals, and strategic roadmap.
• Build and manage the Tech Art team, providing mentorship and overseeing internal and external contributors.
• Develop custom tools and efficient pipelines to improve visual fidelity and production workflows.
• Collaborate with the Art Director to implement the artistic vision while maintaining performance across PC and console.
• Ensure visual assets are optimized for memory and performance constraints.
• Introduce new technical workflows through documentation, presentations, and hands-on examples.

Requirements

• Extensive production experience in rigging workflows and pipeline creation.
• Proficiency in Maya, Substance Painter, Photoshop, and Python.
• Proven experience in Unreal Engine and shipping titles across multiple platforms.
• Ability to manage external resources and provide clear technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a deep understanding of cost, efficiency, and quality tradeoffs.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-team collaboration.

Nice to have

• Experience with creative R&D in incubation environments.
• Ability to develop unique custom shaders and VFX assets.
• Experience managing modular environment systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive top-tier benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Financial security through 401(k) matching.
• Flexible work arrangements with hybrid policy support.
• Access to wellness programs and employee discounts for Sony products.
• Paid time off and bonus package eligibility.