Lead Technical Artist - Game Engine Specialist
South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-26
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Software Development
Game & 3D/XR Development, Software Architect
About the Role
Our client is looking for an experienced Lead Technical Artist to spearhead their technical art efforts within a fully remote development environment. You will bridge the gap between art and engineering, optimizing workflows, developing tools, and ensuring the efficient integration of art assets into the game engine. This role requires a unique blend of artistic sensibility and deep technical expertise. You will collaborate closely with both art and programming teams to solve complex challenges, improve pipeline efficiency, and maintain the highest visual quality standards.
This is a critical leadership position for an individual passionate about empowering artists through innovative technical solutions and shaping the future of game development technology.
- Develop and maintain art pipelines, tools, and scripts to enhance artist productivity and asset integration.
- Optimize art assets and engine performance to meet project requirements and target platform constraints.
- Collaborate with programmers to implement and refine engine features related to rendering, shaders, and visual effects.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues encountered by the art team during production.
- Mentor and guide other technical artists, fostering a culture of innovation and problem-solving within the remote team.
- Over 7 years of experience as a Technical Artist in the game industry, with a proven track record of leadership.
- Expertise in at least one major game engine (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) and associated pipelines.
- Strong proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, MEL) and shader development.
- Deep understanding of 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation principles.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills in a remote setting.
- Highly competitive annual salary and significant performance bonuses.
- Fully remote work opportunity, offering unparalleled flexibility.
- Lead impactful technical initiatives on ambitious game projects.
- Access to advanced development tools and continuous learning resources.
- A collaborative, forward-thinking remote team culture that values technical excellence.
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