Technical Artist [VFX]

Job description

As a Technical Artist, you will join a small, empowered team building an ambitious multiplayer experience in Unreal Engine. We’re looking for hands‑on developers with a strong execution mindset, ownership, and pride in building something real - together.

What you’ll do 

• Design, implement, and maintain real-time VFX systems using Unreal Engine and Niagara, integrated directly into gameplay 
• Prototype, integrate, iterate on, and debug visual effects in-editor, in real gameplay conditions 
• Collaborate closely with gameplay, animation, and technical design to deliver clear and impactful effects 
• Own the readability, performance, and scalability of VFX across GPU and CPU budgets 
• Optimize effects using LOD, pooling, and instancing strategies 
• Define, improve, and document VFX pipelines and tools to accelerate iteration 
• Take end-to-end ownership of VFX systems, from artistic consistency to technical robustness

Qualifications

What you bring to the team 

• Strong hands-on experience as a Technical Artist in Unreal Engine, with a focus on VFX
• Solid knowledge of Niagara, materials, and shaders 
• Understanding of performance optimization for real-time and multiplayer games 
• Ability to work directly in the editor and debug effects in gameplay context 
• Comfort collaborating across disciplines in a production environment 
• Ownership mindset and pride in delivering reliable, playable effects 
• Ability to balance visual quality with technical constraints 
• Clear communication and documentation skills

What to send our way 

• Your CV highlighting relevant skills and experiences 
• Optional: a portfolio or project links showcasing your work in Technical Art