Technical Artist

Join a leading tech company revolutionizing how people connect and share! As a Technical Artist IV, you will be an integral part of the Design Studio team, crafting creative tools used by millions. Your expertise in shader development and creative coding will directly shape the future of visual expression on one of the world's most popular platforms. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, including generative AI models, and collaborate with top-tier designers and engineers.

This is your chance to push the boundaries of creativity and technology. As a Technical Artist IV, you will empower users with innovative tools, shaping the future of visual storytelling. Your work will directly impact the user experience, enabling them to express themselves in exciting new ways. If you're passionate about the intersection of art and technology, this role is perfect for you.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with engineers and designers to develop creative tools, translating design concepts into functional code.
• Create, prototype, optimize, and profile custom shaders, pushing the limits of visual effects.
• Design and manage technical production pipelines, including developing tools and functional prototypes.
• Effectively communicate strategic thinking and creative/technical decisions to diverse partners.
• Actively give and receive feedback to ensure the development of the highest quality products.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience shipping products with stringent runtime performance constraints.
• Extensive experience in shader languages (GLSL, Metal), with a focus on creating shaders from scratch.
• Experience in real-time content authoring (VFX/animation/lighting).
• Proficiency in creative coding frameworks such as openFrameworks, Processing, Cinder, or Three.js.
• Programming experience with JavaScript, Java, C++ or C#.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively on cross-functional and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Solid understanding of computer graphics fundamentals.
• A portfolio showcasing technical skills and exceptional craft.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Experience working on shaders for mobile creative tools.
• Product design background for mobile/creative tools.
• Experience with graphics engineering or advanced knowledge of computer graphic fundamentals.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $59.01 to $65.57 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.