UI Tech Artist - F/M/NB

Job summary
Permanent contract
Salary: €38K to 46K
Starting date: September 25, 2024
Fully-remote
Experience: > 10 years
Skills & expertise
Generated content
Collaboration and teamwork
Helm

Novaquark
Novaquark

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The position

Job description

Context

  • Are you passionate about video games and ready to be involved in creating and integrating appealing UI in our new game to create immersive and innovative gaming experiences as a UI Tech Artist?

  • Do you possess advanced technical skills (Good knowledge of integration in UE5, including wireframes, materials and shaders, bases in C++ and commonUI are a plus) and creativity necessary to contribute to the creation of groundbreaking User Interfaces for our flagship projects?

  • Are you prepared to collaborate with a dynamic team at Novaquark, where you can implement your innovative ideas and technical expertise to shape the future of gaming?

Why do we need a UI Tech Artist ?

Almost all the studio is now focusing on this AAA action-adventure combat game. We are seeking a UI Tech Artist to support and mentor the creation and the integration of UI into our game.

Your future team

You’ll be part of the UI team composed of 6 people (including UI Programmers, UI Artists and UX designers) that will grow over time, and you’ll report to Alexis (Associate Lead UI Programmer).

Key information

  • Accepting employee/permanent staff and freelance candidates

  • Availability: ASAP (if available later, do not hesitate to apply!)

  • Location: Paris or Montreal

  • Compensation and Benefits (France):

    💸 38k€ to 46k€ (+ depending on profile)

    🌍 Full remote possible

    🏖️ 25 paid holidays + 11 RTT (Syntech convention)

    🍴 Lunch vouchers via Swile

    🩺 Health insurance via Alan, 100% covered

    💵 Referral bonus of €600

  • Compensation and Benefits (Canada):

    💸 70k$CA to 95k$CA (+ depending on profile)

    🌍 Full remote possible

    🏖️ 20 paid holidays

    🩺 Premium health insurance

    💰 Opening of a retirement savings account after the probationary period

    💵 Referral bonus of 900$CA

  • Compensation and Benefits (Other country):

    We partner with Deel to facilitate hiring globally, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and providing tailored benefits for each country. This collaboration allows us to offer competitive packages and seamless onboarding for our international team members, enhancing their employment experience no matter where they are located.


Preferred experience

Your future impact

As a UI Tech Artist, you will be at the helm of a dynamic team, responsible for supporting the development of our AAA project. Your role will encompass:

  • Integrating menus and interfaces of our games into the engine and creating animations and shaders, by pushing the quality of the deliveries thanks to your technical skills

  • Providing daily guidance to the other members of your team and collaborating with the other teams working on the project.

  • Implementing, testing, and reviewing UI features to guarantee the best user experience.

  • Overcoming technical challenges and fostering a creative, collaborative work environment while reviewing game architectures for optimal performance and player engagement.

For Players: Provide engaging and appealing User interfaces with polish deliveries to captivate players and deepen immersion in virtual worlds.

For the Game: Drive the game’s visual with the gameplay cohesion to keep content exciting.

For Internal Teams: Foster a collaborative culture with continuous innovative ideas and creative solutions, enhancing game development boundaries.


Recruitment process

  1. First exchange (20 min) via video call with Arthur (Recruiter): To learn more about your experience, your interests, and to discuss the job and Novaquark

  2. Technical/Manager interview (1 h) via video call with Alexis (Associate Lead UI Programmer) and Bertrand (UX Designer): To evaluate your technical skills through several questions and meet your future manager, who will go into more detail about the position and context.

Throughout the entire recruitment process, Arthur will ensure follow-up and coordination. Do not hesitate to send your portfolio in addition to your CV to showcase your creations!

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