Senior Technical Artist

Job description

Company Overview:
Join our dynamic team at Playvalve, a leading developer of casual mobile games based in the vibrant city of Barcelona. We are dedicated to creating innovative and engaging games that resonate with a global audience. Our commitment to creativity and excellence has been the cornerstone of our success in the gaming industry. We are proud to be among the world's leading developers of casual games, in just a couple of years. As a tight-knit team, we offer tremendous ownership and autonomy over your work. Here, you'll find minimal meetings and micromanagement—just the opportunity to make a substantial impact.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Technical Artist to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating compelling animations and implementing them seamlessly within Unity. This role combines artistic skills with technical know-how to enhance the visual experience of our games.

Responsibilities

• Animate visually appealing game elements including gameplay, home screen, transitions, and features.
• Collaborate with the design team to understand and meet the artistic vision for each project.
• Implement animations and other graphic elements in Unity, ensuring optimal performance and quality.
• Develop tools and scripts to streamline art processes.
• Maintain a consistent aesthetic across all visual elements of the game while adhering to technical constraints.
• Provide technical support to the art team, solving complex technical issues related to art production.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve the visual and technical quality of our games.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Artist in the gaming industry, with a strong portfolio showcasing your skills.
• Expertise in 2D animation and excellent knowledge of Unity game development engine. Experience with Spine 2D is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of animation principles and techniques.
• Ability to create visually stunning assets and animations with minimal impact on performance and memory usage
• Ability to write custom scripts and tools to enhance workflow efficiencies. Shader knowledge is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving skills and autonomy.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with other team members.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Graphics, Art, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Unlimited vacation policy
• Opportunity to work in a creative and international environment.
• Access to the latest tools and technologies.
• Health insurance and other employee benefits.