3d Artist jobs in United Kingdom

Aardvark Swift is leading the exclusive search for a Senior UI Technical Artist for a well-established and respected game studio based in Guildford. The studio is currently developing an unannounced AAA free-to-play title, and they're looking for a talented UI Technical Artist to shape and enhance the art production pipeline.

As Senior UI Technical Artist, you'll work closely with the Art Director, Art Production Director, and a multidisciplinary team to develop and maintain efficient art production pipelines.

This role can be worked from either Guildford, UK or Prague, Czechia on a hybrid basis of 1 day a week or 2 days once every 2 weeks. Plus, if you're relocating (with support and visa assistance available from the studio) you can work the initial 6 months remotely, should you wish, as you settle in to your new surroundings!

Your responsibilities...

1. Creating and improving tools across UI disciplines
2. Guiding the UI Tech team, and ensuring production aligns with the studio's technical standards
3. Managing asset management, organisational file structures, and optimising performance
4. Ensure best practice in art production flow
5. Liaise with other teams to ensure smooth collaboration

The skills and experience you'll bring to the role...

1. Experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5
2. Strong understanding of UI development using Unreal Blueprints, 2D and 3D assets, shaders, and rendering pipelines
3. Expertise in performance optimisation
4. Familiarity with tools such as Renderdoc, Pix, and Unreal Insights
5. Effective communication skills to provide feedback, collaborate across teams, and advocate for the needs of the UI department

Desirable but not essential skills...

1. C++
2. Shader development
3. Procedural content generation using tools like Houdini Engine

Perks and benefits include...

1. Relocation and visa assistance
2. 5 weeks of annual leave plus public holidays
3. Comprehensive health and life insurance
4. Pension contributions
5. Wellbeing perks
6. Dog-friendly office with an onsite canteen and games areas