Tech Artist (Squid Validator project)

19 Minutes ago • 3 Years +

Technical Art

Job Description

ENTANGLED Studio is seeking a skilled and passionate Technical Artist to join their development team for the Squid Validator project. This role involves profiling and optimizing game performance, streamlining art content, documenting workflows, leading feedback, automating tasks with Python, troubleshooting engine quirks, and analyzing performance data to propose innovative solutions.

Good To Have:

Scripting (Python) and version control (Git/Perforce).
Jira/Confluence experience.
Shipped titles (especially AAA).
Engine profilers (RenderDoc, PIX, etc.).
Lighting optimization chops.

Must Have:

Profile and optimize game performance using tools like Unity Profiler, Unreal Insights, or proprietary engines.
Streamline art content: LODs, materials, collisions, and lighting to hit target framerates.
Document and translate project workflows for global teams.
Lead by feedback: assign tasks, track deadlines, and mentor artists on optimization best practices.
Automate the grind: script tools (Python) to speed up repetitive tasks.
Troubleshoot: collaborate with QA and artists to fix engine quirks and visual bugs.
Report and innovate: analyze performance data and propose cutting-edge solutions.
3+ years in gamedev as a Technical Artist or similar.
Tool mastery: 3ds Max/Maya/Blender + Unity/Unreal (or proprietary engines).
Knowledge of programming languages — Python.
Familiarity with SQL, Django, and Linux.
English (B1+) for comfortable with docs, meetings, and cross-team collaboration.

Perks:

Possibility of registration in different jurisdictions.
Flexible start to the working day.
Remote and hybrid working options.
Healthcare in Armenia, insurance for remote workers.
Full compensation for vacation and sick leave.
Comfortable office in Yerevan.
Online yoga classes, and table tennis.
Corporate English lessons and/or discounts at Skyeng.
Corporate events: Halloween, New Year, company anniversary, summer corporate party.
Special events and souvenirs during project releases and partner anniversaries.
Financial support during significant life events.
Team-building activities to maintain well-being.
Work-life balance: cinema club, book club, and other social benefits.
Corporate merch!

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At ENTANGLED Studio, our TechArt team developed the tool Squid Validator, which streamlines asset validation. We’re now looking for a skilled and passionate Technical Artist to join our development team and help take this project to the next level.

Responsibilities:

Profile and optimize game performance using tools like Unity Profiler, Unreal Insights, or proprietary engines.
Streamline art content: LODs, materials, collisions, and lighting to hit target framerates.
Document and translate project workflows for global teams.
Lead by feedback: assign tasks, track deadlines, and mentor artists on optimization best practices.
Automate the grind: script tools (Python) to speed up repetitive tasks.
Troubleshoot: collaborate with QA and artists to fix engine quirks and visual bugs.
Report and innovate: analyze performance data and propose cutting-edge solutions.

Requirements:

3+ years in gamedev as a Technical Artist or similar.
Tool mastery: 3ds Max/Maya/Blender + Unity/Unreal (or proprietary engines).
Knowledge of programming languages — Python
Familiarity with SQL, Django, and Linux
English (B1+) for comfortable with docs, meetings, and cross-team collaboration

Desirable Skills:

Scripting (Python) and version control (Git/Perforce).
Jira/Confluence experience.
Shipped titles (especially AAA).
Engine profilers (RenderDoc, PIX, etc.).
Lighting optimization chops.

What we offer:

Possibility of registration in different jurisdictions.
Flexible start to the working day.
Remote and hybrid working options.
Healthcare in Armenia, insurance for remote workers.
Full compensation for vacation and sick leave.
Comfortable office in Yerevan.
Online yoga classes, and table tennis.
Corporate English lessons and/or discounts at Skyeng.
Corporate events: Halloween, New Year, company anniversary, summer corporate party.
Special events and souvenirs during project releases and partner anniversaries.
Financial support during significant life events.
Team-building activities to maintain well-being.
Work-life balance: cinema club, book club, and other social benefits.
Corporate merch!