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Tencent

Jun 24, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Software Engineering
    Design
  • Irvine
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AI generated summary

  • You must have extensive knowledge of game content creation, experience with AAA titles, strong communication and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Unreal Tech, and understanding of advanced 3D technology applications.
  • You will lead and mentor the art team in implementing technical solutions, collaborating with teams, driving visual development, prototyping graphics features, optimizing performance, and enhancing content creation workflows for Tencent's games.

Requirements

  • Extensive knowledge of the content creation pipeline, including modeling, UV mapping, texturing, shading, lighting, FX, rigging, and animation.
  • Demonstrable experience with modern game content creation workflows.
  • Proven experience as a Technical Artist on shipped AAA titles.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
  • Solid background in digital art (modeling, shading, lighting, VFX).
  • Profound knowledge of Unreal Tech, including material creation and Blueprints.
  • Strong proficiency in Linear Algebra and Calculus, essential for advanced 3D technology applications.
  • Understanding of real-time physically based materials and rendering (PBR).
  • Desirable Skills & Experience:
  • Experience with the Substance suite and/or Houdini.
  • Knowledge of lower-level programming languages such as C++.
  • Understanding of shading languages, e.g. HLSL or GLSL.
  • Extensive scripting experience for DCC applications, e.g. Python or C#

Responsibilities

  • Spearhead and implement technical solutions for the art team, setting high standards and mentoring junior Technical Artists.
  • Collaborate with different teams to facilitate the technical implementation and management of in-house and outsourced assets.
  • Drive the development of state-of-the-art visuals that complement and enhance the game design.
  • Prototype and author graphics features requiring high technical expertise.
  • Develop novel content creation techniques and workflows to enhance efficiency and quality.
  • Work closely with the Art, Engineering, and Production departments to meet all dependencies and requirements.
  • Support the Art team in debugging tools and game-related issues.
  • Optimize the game’s run-time performance and memory consumption.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Senior Technical Artist in this role?

The main responsibilities include collaborating with artists and engineers to create innovative and efficient workflows, developing technical art solutions for the game, implementing visual effects, shaders, and tools, and providing technical support to the art team.

What qualities are you looking for in an ideal Senior Technical Artist candidate?

We are looking for someone who is experienced and passionate about technical art, has strong communication and collaboration skills, can problem-solve and troubleshoot technical issues, has expertise in implementing visual effects and shaders, and is familiar with game development pipelines and tools.

What kind of game development experience is required for this role?

We are looking for candidates with a strong background in game development, particularly in technical art roles. Experience in creating visuals for open-world AAA games is preferred, as well as proficiency in software such as Maya, Photoshop, Substance Painter, Unreal Engine, and other relevant tools.

How important is teamwork and collaboration in this role?

Teamwork and collaboration are essential in this role, as the Senior Technical Artist will be working closely with artists, engineers, and other disciplinary teams to create the visuals and technical art solutions for the game. Strong communication and collaboration skills are key to success in this position.

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Tencent

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Mission & Purpose

Tencent uses technology to enrich the lives of Internet users. Our communications and social platforms Weixin and QQ connect users with each other, with digital content and daily life services in just a few clicks. Our high performance advertising platform helps brands and marketers reach out to hundreds of millions of consumers in China. Our financial technology and business services support our partners' business growth and assist their digital upgrade. We invest heavily in talent and technological innovation, actively participating in the development of the Internet industry. Tencent was founded in Shenzhen, China, in 1998, and listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong since June 2004.