Technical Artist

Overview

Develops stunning immersive and interactive environments for architectural projects. Possesses and applies a diversified knowledge of immersive technology processes and procedures to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations while performing design and technical tasks requiring application of standard techniques and knowledge.

Responsibilities

Works independently to prototype, develop, and implement features for custom immersive architectural experiences

Writes optimized, scalable, and well-documented code

Tests, evaluates, and debugs code

Provides technical solutions to problems encountered by multidisciplinary teams on the project

Helps document workflows for architectural visualization, virtual, augmented and mixed reality experiences

Works in a team environment, communicates updates, participates in discussions and researches the best approach per project

Researches new tools and stays abreast of latest developments in the visualization and game industry

Conducts training and shares knowledge with a global group of designers and Immersive Technology Specialists

Travel may be required

Qualifications

Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, Computer Graphics, Animation or related field preferred

Typically 2-5 years of experience in the gaming / visualization industry with at least 2+ years of developing for immersive experiences for games, architectural visualization or related field

Proven ability to create environments, program game mechanics, integrate assets, and use rendering and physics systems

Excellent C++ skills and proficiency in the Blueprint scripting language

Strong knowledge of memory optimization techniques

Strong knowledge of real-time 3D, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), or mixed reality (MR) devices and applications

Knowledge of version control tools like Perforce

Ability to write clean, maintainable, and extensible code with attention to reusability

Logical and methodical thinking, as well as a good understanding of programming concepts

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff

Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality, accurate results

Ability to hold sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality and integrity

Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships

Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing

Ability to proactively problem solve and apply innovative solutions

Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment

Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time

Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality

Base Salary Range :

63k - $73k annually – Los Angeles, San Diego, Denver, Seattle, Washington DC and Chicago locations only

The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in the above locations only. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short / long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees.

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