Senior Technical Artist (Unreal Engine)

TL;DR

Senior Technical Artist (Unreal Engine): Developing and optimizing high-end real-time visuals and procedural systems for immersive VR/AR experiences with an accent on shader implementation, performance profiling, and pipeline tool development. Focus on bridging the gap between art and engineering teams to push the boundaries of immersive storytelling.

Location: Must be based in or able to work in San Francisco, California, USA

Salary: $134,300–$171,800 per year

Company

hirify.global is a world-leading visual effects studio founded by George Lucas, renowned for pioneering digital innovation in film, VR, AR, and immersive cinema.

What you will do

• Conceive and prototype technically advanced visuals and procedural systems for real-time environments.
• Partner with art and engineering teams to define technical requirements and manage asset production.
• Develop shaders, lighting, and particle effects while ensuring high-caliber visual quality.
• Create tools and scripts to assist artists and designers in rapid prototyping and workflow efficiency.
• Profile and optimize assets to ensure performance stability in immersive VR/AR applications.
• Mentor team members and standardize best practices for materials, LODs, and asset streaming.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in games, film, television, or AR/VR production.
• Extensive experience with Unreal Engine workflows, including Blueprints and material networks.
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with C++, C#, or similar scripting languages.
• Deep understanding of real-time shader implementation, PBR pipelines, and VR performance limitations.
• Proficiency in 3D software such as Maya, Houdini, or Blender.
• Portfolio/reel submission with detailed work breakdown is required.

Nice to have

• Passion for gaming and immersive technology (VR/AR).
• Experience with proprietary toolsets.
• Background in visual effects production pipelines.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, financial, and insurance benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on award-winning, industry-defining immersive projects.
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation and creative storytelling.
• Access to professional development and industry-leading production tools.