Technical Artist [Assassin's Creed Invictus]

Ubisoft Entertainment; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global gaming company is seeking a Technical Artist to bridge the gap between art and programming for AAA game development. This role involves creating efficient pipelines, optimizing performance, and collaborating with artists and programmers. Ideal candidates will have several years of experience in the video game industry and proficiency in 2D/3D software. The position supports hybrid work, allowing for a balanced work-life approach.

Qualifications

• Several years’ experience in a similar role in the video game industry.
• Strong understanding of graphics libraries and real-time engine constraints.
• Ability to debug and polish features.

Responsibilities

• Create fast, efficient, and clear pipelines.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for pipelines, tools, and procedures.
• Provide training and technical support to colleagues.

Skills

2D and 3D software proficiency

Shader writing

Motion design skills

Understanding graphics libraries

Passion for knowledge sharing

Tools

3ds Max

Photoshop

Houdini

Substance Designer

Job description

Technical Artist [Assassin's Creed Invictus]

As a Technical Artist at Ubi Montreal, you’ll play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between art and programming to deliver features that are both visually stunning and highly performant. You’ll bring your expertise to the project, aiming to exceed the expectations of AAA players while helping realize the creative ambitions of the team.

From the earliest stages of development, you’ll collaborate closely with artists and programmers to define, implement, and optimize effective technical solutions. You’ll account for measurable constraints such as rendering, performance, and memory, while safeguarding the integrity of the artistic vision.

With a creative yet pragmatic approach, you’ll establish clear pipelines, tools, and procedures, ensure they are followed throughout the project, and support colleagues with technical guidance, training, and performance analysis. Acting as the team’s hybrid specialist and go-to resource, you’ll enable smooth, efficient collaboration and deliver AAA quality through to final release.

What you’ll do

• Create fast, efficient, and clear pipelines.
• Prepare and maintain coherent documentation for pipelines, tools, and procedures.
• Perform feature benchmarking through research and testing.
• Prototype features and provide transparent performance reports.
• Help develop an asset library (e.g., textures).
• Ensure team adherence to established procedures and standards.
• Debug and polish your features.
• Provide training and technical support to colleagues.

What you bring to the team

• Several years’ experience in a similar role in the video game industry.
• Proficiency with 2D and 3D software such as 3ds Max, Photoshop, Houdini, or Substance Designer.
• Skills in shader writing and motion design.
• Strong understanding of graphics libraries (e.g., NGUI, React Native) and real-time engine constraints.
• A passion for sharing knowledge to push technological boundaries and help others grow their skills.

What to send our way

• Your CV highlighting your education, work experience, and skills.
• Examples of your work (attach images or provide a link to your online portfolio).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

About us

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. They believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join their journey and help create the unknown!

We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Note that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.

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