Lead Technical Artist / Unity3D

About the Position

We are seeking a Lead Technical Artist / Unity3D to join beffio, a co-development art studio with a passion for the entertainment and game development industries. This is a fully remote, permanent position that offers the flexibility to work from anywhere with core hours between 10:00–15:00 CET.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Technical Art Vision: Establish and maintain the studio’s technical art direction and quality standards across projects.
• Pipeline Innovation: Design, implement, and maintain production pipelines that improve workflow efficiency, automation, and performance.
• Procedural Systems: Develop and integrate Houdini-based procedural content for Unity3D and Unreal Engine.
• Tool Development: Create in-house tools, scripts, and utilities (C#, Python, HLSL) to support artists and technical processes.
• Shader Creation: Develop custom shaders using Shader Graph, Amplify, or HLSL to achieve complex visual effects.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with Art, Engineering, and Production to align technical goals with artistic vision.
• Performance Optimization: Ensure assets and scenes are optimized for target platforms without compromising quality.
• Mentorship: Guide and support the technical art team, fostering growth and technical excellence.
• R&D Leadership: Explore emerging technologies, real-time workflows, and procedural techniques to keep Beffio ahead of industry trends.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience as a Technical Artist, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior position.
• Proven expertise in Unity3D (URP, HDRP, SRP) and familiarity with Unreal Engine (UE4/UE5).
• Strong experience in Houdini for procedural generation and pipeline automation.
• Proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as C#, HLSL, and Python.
• Solid understanding of 3D art production, asset integration, optimization, and rendering pipelines.
• Experience creating and maintaining tools that improve production efficiency.
• Knowledge of real-time rendering principles, shaders, materials, and lighting systems.
• Experience with version control systems (Git, Perforce).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Nice to Have

• Experience with real-time VFX systems (Niagara, VFX Graph).
• Familiarity with machine learning or procedural AI-driven art workflows.
• Background in 3D modeling or texturing.
• Understanding of performance profiling and debugging tools for real-time engines.

We Offer

• Creative Leadership: Own the technical art pipeline across high-profile projects.
• Remote Flexibility: Work from anywhere with core hours between 10:00–15:00 CET.
• Long-Term Collaboration: Stable, ongoing projects with flexible contract options (B2B or employment).
• Competitive Compensation: Including 20+ days of paid vacation annually.
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to evolve into a Technical Director role.
• Cutting-Edge Projects: Work on AAA-quality productions for global clients.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a diverse, skilled, and passionate remote team.
• Team Retreats: Annual getaways to connect, align, and recharge.

About the Company

Beffio Studios is a co-development art studio with a deep passion for the entertainment and game development industries. Established in 2013, our studio has grown to become a trusted partner for some of the world’s most renowned game developers and entertainment publishers. At Beffio, we excel in delivering top-tier game art production services, offering a full spectrum of support from initial concept art to final implementation. Our expertise covers both realistic and stylized 3D art, art direction, technical art, and real-time VFX, ensuring that every project we undertake meets the highest industry standards.

Our team is proficient in a wide range of tools and software, including Unreal Engine, Unity3D, Houdini, and the Adobe Suite, allowing us to seamlessly integrate artistic vision with cutting-edge technology. Over the years, Beffio has been recognized for its innovative approach and exceptional quality, highlighted by our Unity Award for Best Artistic Content in 2018. We have collaborated with industry giants like Nike, Square Enix, and MIT, contributing to high-profile projects that showcase our ability to deliver AAA-quality content.

Beffio Studios is committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in game development, creating immersive, visually stunning experiences that captivate audiences and set new benchmarks for excellence in the industry.