Principal Technical Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Principal Technical Artist (Gamedev): Developing and optimizing technologies and workflows to enable artists and designers to integrate visual content into AAA games with an accent on pipeline efficiency and tool development. Focus on bridging the gap between art and engineering, establishing best practices, and mentoring technical art teams.

Location: Seattle, WA, USA (Remote work eligible within the region)

Salary: $134,000 – $247,900 Annual

Company

hirify.global is a leading developer of world-class interactive entertainment franchises, including Call of Duty, under the Activision Blizzard umbrella.

What you will do

• Build and deliver key technologies and workflows for artists and designers to implement visual content quickly.
• Identify and execute solutions for pipeline and technical inefficiencies within the studio.
• Collaborate with discipline leads to improve studio tools and internal workflows.
• Establish consistent and optimal best practices for real-time art implementation.
• Mentor junior and senior Technical Artists on the team.
• Drive team priorities and build out a technical roadmap in coordination with production.

Requirements

• Advanced understanding of real-time engines such as UE4, Unity, or CryEngine.
• Expertise in the creation and integration of 3D art and modern DCC tools.
• Proficiency with Python, HLSL, and GLSL.
• Shipped at least 2 AAA titles from start to finish on multiple platforms (e.g., PS4, Xbox One).
• Proven experience working in a lead capacity.
• Must be based in or eligible to work in the United States.

Nice to have

• C++ experience or a degree in Computer Science.
• Proficiency in Blueprint or asset scripting.
• Extensive professional portfolio featuring scripts, tools, or simulations.
• Previous experience managing and mentoring a full team.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA/HRA options.
• 401(k) with company match and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and parental leave.
• Mental health and wellbeing programs, alongside fitness initiatives.
• Relocation assistance may be provided if a geographic move is required for the role.