Senior Technical Artist (Unreal Engine)

TL;DR

Senior Technical Artist (Unreal Engine): Bridging the gap between art and programming by developing complex art systems, shaders, and efficient pipelines for AAA game projects with an accent on performance optimization and technical constraints. Focus on building in-editor tools, collaborating across disciplines, and ensuring shippable quality content within Unreal Engine 5.

Location: Must be based in Frisco, Texas, United States

Company

A world-class video game developer and publisher known for iconic franchises like Borderlands and Brothers in Arms, operating as part of the hirify.global publishing label.

What you will do

• Collaborate with artists to establish best practices and optimal workflows.
• Partner with programmers to develop and integrate new engine features.
• Analyze and optimize memory and performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop efficient, user-friendly shaders for in-game use.
• Evaluate technical challenges for art and design concepts.
• Prototype new art pipelines and support team innovation.

Requirements

• 6+ years of industry experience.
• Expert knowledge of Unreal Engine 5.
• Proficiency in creating in-editor tools and pipelines.
• Strong collaboration skills across various disciplines.
• Ability to deliver memory-efficient and performant content.
• Self-directed and autonomous work style.

Nice to have

• Working knowledge of HLSL or GLSL.
• Experience with Python scripting or other programming languages.
• Ability to create procedural tools and assets.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and image editing software.
• Experience with current-gen platforms like PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on award-winning, genre-defining game franchises.
• Collaborative environment bridging creative and technical teams.
• Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment.
• Professional development in a high-standard AAA studio environment.