Lead Technical Artist

Department: Creative

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: London, UK

Reporting To: Ugis Brekis

Description

• Fastest Growing Business in Europe in 2022
• Tech Growth Business of the Year 2021 and 2023
• PocketGamer Best Mobile Developer 2023 
• The Kings Award for International Enterprise 2024

Key Responsibilities

• Technical:
  • Design and implement the ‘Unity layer’ linking art and animation with the programmers’ codebase
  • Construct new game features within Unity, including Unity UI, following internal technical workflow
  • Write custom C# components for complex visual elements
  • Optimise new and existing features
  • Create animations, particle effects, and custom shaders

• Managerial:
  • Lead and mentor a team of experienced Technical Artists
  • Take a proactive role in product development according to company goals
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Contribute to task planning and estimation with other Leads

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Technical:
  • Expertise in the Unity engine, especially Unity UI
  • Experience with different architectural approaches to game development
  • Ability to write clean, performant C# code
  • Experience working with Git and knowledge of its best practices
  • Ability to create animations, particle effects and custom shaders
  • Experience optimising games for smooth performance on various devices

• Managerial:
  • Proven experience in leading a team, with the ability to mentor and guide team members
  • Experience in strategic planning and accurate tasks estimation, aligning with project timelines and company objectives
  • Drive to proactively optimise technical art workflows to enhance team efficiency and performance

Job Benefits

• 25 days holiday: Enjoy 25 days of paid holiday, in addition to bank holidays to relax and refresh throughout the year.
• Hybrid Working: We work in the office 3 days a week, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and a third day of your choice. 
• 20 days fully remote working: Work from anywhere in the world, 20 days of the year.
• Daily Free Lunch: In the office you get £12 every day to order from JustEat 
• Regular company events and rewards: Join in regular events and rewards that celebrate cultural events, our achievements and our team spirit. Recent highlights have been: Thames River Cruise, London Dungeon and Summer Parties in Regents Park.
• Continuous Professional Development: Propel your career with continuous opportunities for professional development. 
• Private Medical Cover: Have peace of mind with private medical cover, ensuring your health is in good hands.
• Life Assurance & Group Income Cover: Financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• Health Cash Plan: Benefit from a health cash plan that contributes to your medical expenses.
• Dental Cover: Flash your best smile with our dental cover.
• Family Forming Support: Receive vital support on your family forming/ fertility journey with our support program [subject to policy]
• Employee Assistance Program: Anytime you need it, tap into confidential, caring support with our Employee Assistance Program, always here to lend an ear and a helping hand.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Make the most of our Cycle to Work Scheme for a green and healthy commute.
• Pension Plan: Secure your future with our contributory pension plan.