The Division Resurgence Technical Artist WMNB

We are seeking an experienced Technical Artist to join our team.

The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between the art and development teams ensuring the seamless integration of visual assets while optimizing performance and maintaining high artistic standards.

This role requires a strong technical background in game development combined with a deep understanding of art pipelines and visual systems.

The Technical Artist will report to and work under the management of the Associate Producer.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with artists and developers to ensure that visual assets are efficiently integrated into the game while maintaining performance and quality.
• Develop and optimize shaders, lighting systems, and visual effects to enhance the artistic vision and ensure smooth performance across platforms.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including designers, developers, and producers to ensure that all visual components meet the project's aesthetic and technical requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to asset integration, performance optimization, and memory management.
• Drive innovation by staying current with industry trends, tools, and best practices in both game development and visual design.
• Implement tools and processes that improve the efficiency and quality of the asset creation pipeline.
• Conduct and facilitate art and technical reviews to ensure the highest standards of visual quality and technical performance.
• Report to and work under the guidance of the Technical Director ensuring alignment with the project's artistic and technical goals.

Qualifications :

Relevant experience, skills, and knowledge

• Proven experience as a Technical Artist within a game development team with a deep understanding of art and technical workflows.
• Strong knowledge of game engines (e.g. Unreal Engine, Unity) and art tools (e.g. Maya, Blender).
• Expertise in shader development, lighting systems, and VFX.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to address both artistic and technical challenges.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across disciplines.
• Ability to mentor and support junior artists and developers fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Experience with mobile game development and online multiplayer systems is desirable.

Additional Information :

Ubisoft's perks (for a position based in Saint-Mand)

Profit Sharing, yearly company saving plan, 25 paid time off, 12 additional paid days off, 50% of your transportation pass is paid by the company, lunch vouchers (9 / day), healthcare for you and your family, and lots of Ubisoft additional perks.

Maternity leaves of 20 weeks, paternity / co-parental leaves of 7 weeks.

Our office is located in Saint-Mand (Metro line 1, Saint-Mand station). Gym available in the building. Ability to work with a hybrid work arrangement according to the Ubisoft Work From Home policy.

Recruitment process :

Chris Richards >

Hiring Manager : Chris Richards

Additional Information

Ubisoft offers the same job opportunities to all without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability, or age. Ubisoft ensures the development of an inclusive work environment which mirrors the diversity of our gamers community.

The job reports to Ubisoft Mobile Games.

Location : Saint-Mand, France

Duration of work : Full-time

Remote or onsite : Flexible working organization to be discussed with the manager of the role in accordance with the Ubisoft Work From Home policy, 3 days a week in our Saint-Mand office.

This role requires candidates to be based in the Paris area and to be onsite in our Saint-Mand office 3 days a week. This role is not eligible for relocation support.

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Key Skills

3ds Max, Computer Graphics, Perforce, Zbrush, Unreal Engine, Maya, Painting, Teaching, Adobe Photoshop, Digital Art, Music Therapy, Unity