Senior Asset Artist (Hard Surface) (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Asset Artist (Hard Surface) (Unreal Engine): Producing high-quality environment assets and props for AAA game projects with an accent on technical and artistic alignment with the visual direction. Focus on modeling inorganic and sculpting organic asset kits, optimizing for game engine performance, and refining production pipelines.

Location: Must be based in Europe (Remote/Hybrid in Warsaw, Poland)

Company

One of the leading independent AAA game development studios known for titles like Outriders and Gears of War: Judgment.

What you will do

• Create high-quality environment assets and props aligned with the project's artistic direction.
• Model inorganic and sculpt organic asset kits within established pipelines and deadlines.
• Perform high-poly and low-poly modeling and texturing for the game's universe.
• Collaborate in R&D initiatives to explore new techniques and improve workflows.
• Participate in reviews and implement feedback from leads and peers professionally.
• Support onboarding for new hires and assist in recruitment efforts.

Requirements

• Must be based in Europe.
• 5+ years of experience in AAA console/PC game development.
• 3+ years of experience working with Unreal Engine.
• Proficiency in industry-standard tools: Maya, Max, ZBrush, Photoshop, and Substance Painter.
• Strong understanding of hard-surface modeling, UV mapping, and PBR texturing.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Nice to have

• Experience working with Unreal Engine 5.
• Knowledge of Marvelous Designer, Fusion360, Moi3d, Plasticity, Rizomuv, or Substance Designer.
• Traditional art skills and core graphic design competencies (composition, typography, color).

Culture & Benefits

• Private medical and dental insurance for employees and families.
• Gym memberships (Gympass/MultiSport).
• Flexible working hours.
• In-company Polish and English language classes.
• Personal development opportunities in a global, creative environment.
• Access to a library of games and books (for Poland office).