Ubisoft

Technical Artist [VFX]

Ubisoft  •  Montréal, CA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help create the unknown!

As a Technical Artist, you will join a small, empowered team building an ambitious multiplayer experience in Unreal Engine. We’re looking for hands‑on developers with a strong execution mindset, ownership, and pride in building something real - together.

What you’ll do

  • Design, implement, and maintain real-time VFX systems using Unreal Engine and Niagara, integrated directly into gameplay
  • Prototype, integrate, iterate on, and debug visual effects in-editor, in real gameplay conditions
  • Collaborate closely with gameplay, animation, and technical design to deliver clear and impactful effects
  • Own the readability, performance, and scalability of VFX across GPU and CPU budgets
  • Optimize effects using LOD, pooling, and instancing strategies
  • Define, improve, and document VFX pipelines and tools to accelerate iteration
  • Take end-to-end ownership of VFX systems, from artistic consistency to technical robustness

Qualifications

What you bring to the team

  • Strong hands-on experience as a Technical Artist in Unreal Engine, with a focus on VFX
  • Solid knowledge of Niagara, materials, and shaders
  • Understanding of performance optimization for real-time and multiplayer games
  • Ability to work directly in the editor and debug effects in gameplay context
  • Comfort collaborating across disciplines in a production environment
  • Ownership mindset and pride in delivering reliable, playable effects
  • Ability to balance visual quality with technical constraints
  • Clear communication and documentation skills

What to send our way

  • Your CV highlighting relevant skills and experiences
  • Optional: a portfolio or project links showcasing your work in Technical Art
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About Ubisoft

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world crafting original and memorable gaming experiences featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®.

We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!

Industry
Unknown
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Saint-Mandé, FR
Year Founded
1986
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