[Hiring] 3D Artist IV @Ursus

Role Description

Create, implement, and optimize real-time visual effects for a AAA VR FPS title built by the BigBox team.

• Design and author particle systems, shaders, and post-process effects tuned for VR performance constraints
• Collaborate with Art Direction, Design, and Engineering to develop VFX that support gameplay readability and push visual fidelity on VR hardware
• Build and maintain VFX asset pipelines, including LOD strategies and GPU-efficient techniques specific to mobile VR rendering
• Contribute to the visual quality bar for the game's VFX across weapons, environments, and player feedback systems
• Author particle effects in Unity in close collaboration with Art and Engineering leads
• Profile and optimize effects to maintain frame rate targets while delivering a cinematic look and feel of combat

Qualifications

• 5+ years of real-time VFX experience in AAA game development
• Shipped at least one multiplayer FPS or action title
• Expert proficiency with Unity particle systems (VFX Graph or Shuriken) and shader authoring
• Strong understanding of GPU performance budgets and mobile/VR optimization
• Experience with node-based shader editors and custom shader development
• Ability to work embedded with engineering teams on rapid iteration cycles
• VR development experience preferred

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in design or related field preferred

Benefits

• Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location
• Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated
• In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching