With a passion to deliver high-end cinematic games, Supermassive Games is carving a unique and exciting path in the games industry. Want to join us on the journey?

Supermassive Games are looking for a highly talented and experienced Technical Artist to play a key role in the studio.

The Technical Artist will guide the content production pipelines and help maintain performance. This includes developing shaders, workflows and ensuring that art meets both the high visual quality required and performance targets.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Optimising shaders and advising art on how to further optimise assets and other content to fit within the technical limitations of the target platforms
Working closely and pro-actively with the art and tech team to improve workflows and processes
Identify pipeline, workflow & build problems, solve them or work with teams to mitigate impact on the final product
Collaborating with other disciplines such as Lighting, VFX, Engineering and Design to create a AAA game experience
Lead research efforts to define and maintain art production pipelines and workflows
Help define new art workflows and identify industry trends/best practices
Be the point of contact between team members to drive cross-department collaboration
Mentor and help teams in cross discipline work, ensuring best practices are followed

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

At least 3 years of experience as a Technical Artist or related art role, working on at least one AAA title.
A strong portfolio of work which demonstrates the ability to create high quality artwork suitable for games.
Solid knowledge of Unreal Engine is essential
Experience of 3D modelling, and artist workflows including texturing
In-depth understanding and practical experience of a physically-based material pipeline.

TECHNICAL SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

Unreal Engine 4 and related performance profiling tools.
Maya or equivalent modelling package.
In-depth knowledge of modern lighting models, and how they affect shader creation
Good knowledge of node-based shader editors and/or HLSL experience.

THE FOLLOWING WOULD BE AN ADVANTAGE:

Exposure to C++ and/or Python scripting
Good understanding of 3D maths
Good knowledge of Houdini & procedural content creation
Experience with Substance Designer & Painter
Knowledge of high-polygon sculpting tools, such as Mudbox, ZBrush or 3D Coat and the asset baking process

WHY JOIN US?

We make big games with small teams - you will play a full and active role
Challenging and rewarding projects as standard
25 days annual leave
Pension and life assurance
Social events - including large summer party
Constantly improving tools and workflow so you can focus on creativity
Fast decision-making allows good ideas to flourish
We celebrate and nurture talent
Our supportive, inclusive and friendly team culture is something we are proud of
Work-life balance is something we respect and protect
Ultimately, you’ll work on the cutting edge - making innovative and immersive game