Lead Technical Artist

CD Projekt; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative studio is seeking a Lead Technical Artist to shape the future of visual storytelling in gaming. This role involves leading technical art initiatives, mentoring a creative team, and collaborating with artists and engineers to create stunning urban environments. With a focus on procedural generation and shader development, you will drive the creation of optimized, high-quality assets for an exciting new project. Join a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise will inspire others and contribute to groundbreaking game development. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking company dedicated to crafting immersive experiences.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

20 days of paid holiday, increasing to 26 days

401K with employer matching

Gym membership reimbursement

Flexible working hours

Access to training and courses

Dog-friendly environment

Merchandise and swag for team members

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Technical Artist with leadership roles.
• Proficiency in shader creation for urban environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical art initiatives and mentor the Technical Art team.
• Collaborate with artists and engineers to create high-quality visual assets.

Skills

Technical Art Leadership

Shader Creation

Urban Aesthetics

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Art or Related Field

Tools

Houdini

World Machine

Substance Designer

UE4/UE5

Job description

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Lead Technical Artist to join our studio in Boston to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077. Your unique skillset & background will help shape our future workflows. You will also be the driving force behind growing and maintaining effective teams, providing feedback, and nurturing the development of team members. There will be space to embrace your passion, share knowledge, and inspire others too.

Daily Responsibilities

• Lead the development of technical art initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with artists and engineers to create optimized, high-quality visual assets, tools, and pipeline solutions.
• Address and solve complex technical art challenges.
• Define and document technical art processes, tools, and best practices.
• Maintain the content creation pipeline.
• Coordinate and communicate with other teams to achieve shared goals.
• Inspire and mentor the Technical Art team, fostering an environment of creativity, trust, and excellence.
• Cultivate the team culture in alignment with the company's values and goals.
• Disseminate and escalate information as needed.
• Participate in employment decision-making processes.

Qualifications

• Strong artistic sensibility, especially in urban and architectural aesthetics.
• At least 8 years of experience as a Technical Artist, including team leadership experience.
• Proficiency in creating shaders for urban environments, with a solid understanding of urban material properties.
• Portfolio demonstrating expertise in procedural urban generation and relevant shaders.
• Experience with tools such as Houdini, World Machine, and Substance Designer, particularly in cityscape and terrain generation.
• Knowledge of UE4/UE5 and blueprints.
• Outstanding creativity and strong project commitment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Positive attitude towards feedback and knowledge sharing.

Nice to Have

(Note: These skills are not mandatory for application)

• Scripting skills in languages like Python or VEX relevant to procedural generation.
• Experience with urban planning or architectural principles.

Additional Information

This position is based in Boston, US, with hybrid or full-time in-office work modes.

Health & Well-being

• Company-paid medical, dental, vision, and mental health insurance.
• 20 days of paid holiday per year, increasing to 26 days after two years.
• Casual dress code.
• 401K with employer matching.
• Gym membership reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

• Flexible working hours.
• Access to training, courses, workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Merchandise and swag for team members.
• Welcome pack to help new hires settle in.

Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly environment — bring your pet to work.
• International and diverse working environment.

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Company Description

Our mission is to create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs that resonate with gamers. Explore our culture on social media and our YouTube channel for behind-the-scenes insights.