Senior Unreal Engine Artist

Senior Unreal Engine Artist
Location: Remote
Time zone: CET ±2 hours
Contract: Full-time, B2B or Freelance (via EasyStaff)
Salary: $4,000 $6,000 USD/month GROSS

An international digital agency founded in 2015, specializing in 3D visualizations and interactive projects for clients worldwide. Their portfolio includes award-winning projects in Europe, the USA, Canada, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. The team consists of over 100 professionals working remotely, creating photorealistic content for various industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and manage a team of 7 people initially with potential to grow to several dozen people (modelers, various artists, junior and mid-level UE specialists, shader artists, etc.).
• Create and optimize photorealistic 3D visualizations in Unreal Engine for interactive projects, including interiors and exteriors.
• Develop and maintain high-quality visual standards in real-time visualization.
• Collaborate with clients and partners (in English) to achieve project goals.
• Mentor and support the team, providing guidance and expertise.
• Work on both visual and technical aspects of projects (lighting, materials, shaders).
• Plan, prioritize, and delegate tasks for efficient project delivery.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience with Unreal Engine (UE).
• Proficiency with Corona/V-Ray or other offline renderers for photorealistic images.
• Advanced knowledge of Ray Tracing and Lumen (lighting systems in Unreal Engine).
• Experience in Project Management and Team Leadership.
• Cinematic techniques.
• Basic knowledge of widgets / Blueprints.
• Knowledge of optimization methods.
• Upper-Intermediate English (B2).

Nice to Have / Preferred Skills:

UV mapping, texturing, and creating complex materials in Unreal Engine.
Houdini not mandatory, but an interest in learning is appreciated

What We Offer:

• Employment Type: Full-time, B2B, or Freelance (via EasyStaff).
• Payment Method: Bank transfer via EasyStaff or as an Individual Entrepreneur (IE); self- employed.
• Equipment: Hardware not provided, but access to a render farm if needed.
• Paid Vacation: 40 calendar days (24 vacation days, 12 holidays, 4 sick days without medical certificate).
• Professional Development: Course reimbursement.
• Community Benefits: Regular team knowledge-sharing events, masterclasses, and webinars.
• Career growth within the team, with the opportunity to take the position of department head.