Researcher​/Technical Artist

Researcher / Technical Artist – 100% Tasks and job requirements

• Assist the development team in all stages of the design & development process, from concept development to final production
• Software development in research projects and prototypes with multiple game engines such as Unity, Unreal and Godot
• REST‑Interface programming and similar web technologies
• Database integration for game engines
• Backend‑Development for immersive applications
• Contribute to research
• Teaching assistance
• Apply optimization strategies to your work, keeping within engine constraints
• Anticipate needs and take initiative to solve problems as they arise

• 3+ years of experience using Unity and/or Unreal Engine
• Experience with at least one programming language, C++, C#, Java, etc.
• Proficient in other 3D computer graphics software such as Maya, Blender, Max, ext.
• Experienced in Web technologies and databases
• Experienced in SCRUM methodology
• Ability to multitask, address issues quickly and efficiently, and work independently
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Experience using Houdini
• Fluent in English
• English and/or German

• A responsible and engaging work environment with the opportunity to actively participate in designing and developing the next educational games using the latest tools and technologies
• A professional and innovative working environment in productive proximity to the areas of research, teaching and services
• The opportunity for interdisciplinary networking and collaboration within and outside the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts and departments for Information Technology and Design & Art
• The position will be offered for a period of three years
• HSLUI campus in Rotkreuz as an attractive place to work

Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology
Suurstoffi 1
6343 Rotrkeuz

Prof. Dr. André Thomas
Co-Head Immersive Realities Research Lab