Senior Technical Artist - VFX Interactive Media

Position: Senior Technical Artist - Real-Time VFX for Interactive Media
About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking leader in the digital arts and interactive entertainment sector, is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Technical Artist to join their esteemed, remote-first team. This role is instrumental in bridging the gap between artistic vision and technical implementation, with a focus on creating stunning real-time visual effects (VFX) for a variety of immersive projects. As a fully remote employee, you will have the flexibility to contribute your expertise from anywhere, collaborating with a global team dedicated to innovation.

You will be responsible for developing and optimizing cutting-edge VFX pipelines and assets, ensuring both artistic quality and performance efficiency. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented technical artist to shape the visual landscape of interactive experiences, working within a supportive and creatively driven virtual environment. While the company operates globally, this role is managed under the strategic oversight of their Durban operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize high-quality real-time visual effects for interactive applications and games.
• Collaborate closely with art directors and game designers to define and achieve the desired aesthetic and technical goals.
• Create and maintain VFX assets, including particle systems, shaders, and post-processing effects, ensuring they meet performance budgets.
• Develop and refine tools and workflows to improve the efficiency of the art and VFX pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to VFX performance and rendering across multiple platforms.
• Mentor junior technical artists and share knowledge to elevate the team's overall skill set.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in real-time rendering technology, VFX software, and game engines.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Technical Artist, with a strong specialization in real-time VFX.
• Proficiency in industry-standard DCC tools such as Maya, 3ds Max, Houdini, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Expertise with real-time engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, including shader creation and optimization.
• Strong programming or scripting skills (e.g., HLSL, GLSL, Python, C#) for tool development and automation.
• Deep understanding of particle systems, fluid simulations, and other VFX techniques.
• Excellent understanding of P  workflows and material pipelines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting, demonstrating strong communication skills.
• A portfolio that clearly showcases exceptional real-time VFX work and technical problem-solving abilities is essential.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive salary of R per annum , comprehensive health coverage, and access to a flexible work schedule. Employees receive a budget for professional development and home office equipment. The company promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers opportunities for significant career growth within a global, innovative team. You'll be part of a company that values creativity and technical excellence, with the freedom to work from where you are most productive.