Technical Artist

Role Overview

We're a globally distributed and fully remote AAA co-development gaming studio looking for a Technical Artist to help push the visual identity of our upcoming stylised title. You'll bridge art and engineering by developing performant, stylised materials and helping evolve the studio's material pipelines.

What You Will Do

Design, prototype, and implement stylised materials and surface shaders within Unreal Engine. Collaborate with Concept Artists and 3D teams to translate the game's visual identity into real-time materials.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You'll work closely with VFX, lighting, and tech art teams to create visually cohesive and performant environments. You'll also contribute to visual development and R&D efforts that push the aesthetic envelope.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in the game industry
• Deep expertise in Unreal Engine's material editor and shader pipeline
• Strong understanding of PBR workflows, stylised rendering, and real-time lighting
• Familiarity with HLSL, node-based shader creation, and performance debugging tools
• Solid grasp of GPU performance and platform optimisation principles
• Familiarity with DCC tools (Maya, Blender, Houdini, Substance Painter, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 Per Annum
• A clear career progression path with opportunities for growth and recognition
• Fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere
• Work alongside industry veterans
• Be part of a passionate, dynamic team working on exciting, boundary-pushing projects