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Technical Artist [The Settlers] (f/m/d)
1 year ago
Job Description
As our new Technical Artist on The Settlers, you will have a clear focus on in-engine work. Furthermore, you will be assisting in developing, supporting and documenting our art pipeline with utilizing tooling and scripting techniques.
What you will do:
- Working on complex in-engine topics (e.g. node graphs, state machines, etc.)
- Realization of the designed features within the engine (e.g. UI, animation, data setup)
- Daily support for Art and Tech teams
- Enabling other team members to achieve tasks in an efficient & consistent manner
- Creation & maintenance of documentation for Technical Art features and tools to provide for the team
Qualifications
What you bring:
- Understanding of Art/Animation/UI pipelines for game engines
- Knowledge of Python, (C# and Java is a plus)
- Good knowledge of Maya, and/or MotionBuilder, 3DMax (Photoshop, Substance Designer, Houdini is a plus)
- Knowledge of node graph based development (like Unreal)
- Understanding of physically based rendering (PBR) pipeline
- Ideally 2 years experience working on titles for consoles and/or PCs, as Technical Artist
- UI/UX experience when designing tool interfaces
- Solid understanding of art optimization techniques
- Ability to think creatively to overcome technical challenges
- English communication skills and a positive attitude
What to send our way:
- Your CV, highlighting your education, experience, and skills
- A cover letter including your earliest starting date, expected salary and why you would like to join us
Please provide a portfolio with a detailed shot breakdown of your work. It must be very clear what you, the applicant, are responsible for in your reel, portfolio, screenshots etc. - be sure to check the link is working when applying. The portfolio should contain the following:
- Scripts or application examples, code samples.
- Examples of rigs, visual effects, animation, procedural visualization
Additional Information
Your benefits:
- Relocation Support: We offer financial support in form of a cash allowance and assistance with accommodation search and settle-in support via our relocation partner, for international candidates we offer visa assistance
- Ubisoft Blue Byte Academy: We offer multiple opportunities for you to discover your full potential and develop yourself in various areas. Guest speakers from the industry, workshops and access to our training and development platform
- Discounted Games: Discount on employee game orders & free Ubisoft games on Ubisoft Connect
- Monthly Mobility Budget: 80€ per month that can be used on bicycle lease, parking spot rental or public transportation ticket
- Up To 350€ Childcare Support Per Child Per Month: In addition, we also offer 5 ‘care for ill children days’ per child per year
- Self-study And Training Hours: You have access to our in-house library
- Company Pension Scheme: We offer an attractive scheme through salary sacrificing in which the employer also matches contributions
- Gym Subsidy: We contribute 50% (up to a maximum amount of 25€) towards the monthly cost of a gym membership of your choice
- English And German Classes For Free: Good to know: Our main language in the studio is English
- Flexible Working Hours: We have core working times between 10:00 AM – 04:00 PM and the distribution of the other hours is up to you
- 26 Days Paid Vacation Per Year: Additionally, you will get half a day off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve and approximately 10 bank holidays in the Berlin region
- Corporate Benefits Web Portal: With employee discount programs for affiliated retailers, shops and service providers
We offer a highly motivating challenge for team players interested in showing personal initiative in an innovative and international company. If you are passionate about video games and would like to join an industry leader - please apply via our career portal.
For further information, please check https://duesseldorf.ubisoft.com/en/.
Company Description
Ubisoft’s 20,000 team members, working across more than 30 countries around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their commitment and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves. If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, cutting edge technologies and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us create the unknown.
Ubisoft Düsseldorf is home to nearly 500 people, making up several teams dedicated to deliver AAA excellence and innovation across a wide portfolio of games and technologies.
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