Senior Technical Artist (Unreal Engine 5) / Старший технический художник UE5

Star Atlas is a next-gen gaming Metaverse emerging from the confluence of state-of-the-art blockchain, real-time graphics, multiplayer video game, and decentralized financial technologies. Real-time graphics technology using Unreal Engine 5’s Nanite allows for cinematic quality video game visuals. Blockchain technology using the Solana protocol establishes a secure gameplay experience. Non-fungible tokens obtained and traded within Star Atlas creates an economy that replicates the tangibility of real-world assets and ownership. To learn more, visit StarAtlas.com, join a faction at Play.StarAtlas.com and send your spaceships on a deep space mission by enrolling them into a Faction Fleet.

Position Summary:
The Senior Technical Artist will work closely with our design and programming teams to ensure the game aligns with the company’s vision and meets the target audience’s needs. In particular, this individual will assist with creating textures, materials, and shader code.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Liaising between design and programming teams.
• Researching and developing technical tools.
• Setting up workflows of art production.
• Supporting artists and engineers in the art pipeline.
• Assisting with asset performance and validation.
• Solving complex technical issues during development.
• Developing and maintaining resources and pipelines along with programmers.
• Maximizing capabilities of Unreal Engine.
• Developing tools for team members.

Skills and Experience:

• Strong understanding of fundamentals of CGI, modeling, animation, special effects software
• Solid knowledge of UE5 Blueprints with preference to candidates who know some C++
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passion for gaming
• Creativity and innovation
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Fluent English

Work Environment:
Works in a remote environment utilizing standard office equipment. Extended working required as needed.