Bridge art and engineering by optimizing game assets and creating tools for our art pipeline

About The Role

As a Technical Artist, you'll be the crucial link between our art and engineering teams. You'll optimize visual content for performance, create shaders and visual effects, and develop tools that improve our art production pipeline.

This role requires both artistic sensibility and technical expertise, ensuring our games look stunning while performing flawlessly across all platforms.

Responsibilities

Optimize art assets for web and mobile performance
Create shaders and visual effects using WebGL/GLSL
Develop tools and scripts to improve art workflow
Implement particle systems and special effects
Work with artists to establish best practices
Profile and improve rendering performance
Create technical documentation for art pipeline
Solve complex visual and technical challenges

Requirements

4+ years of experience as technical artist in games
Strong knowledge of WebGL, GLSL, and rendering pipelines
Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript
Experience with PixiJS or similar game frameworks
Understanding of 2D/3D graphics and optimization
Familiarity with art creation tools (Photoshop, Spine, etc.)
Python or other scripting languages for tool development
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Benefits

Salary €48,000 - €62,000
Work at intersection of art and technology
Hybrid work model
Health insurance and wellness benefits
Latest development tools and hardware
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative team environment

Position Details

Employment Type Full Time

Work Mode Hybrid

Shift Day

Level Senior

Experience 4+ years

Frequently Asked Questions

As a Technical Artist at Platin Gaming Ltd, you will be part of our General department, contributing to our iGaming products and services. The role involves working with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced, international environment based in Malta.

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