Technical Artist (Lead) - Game Studio (AAA) - China - REF 2958

Our client is an established AAA game development studio who are currently looking for a Lead Technical Artist  to join their dynamic team and work alongside them at their studio in China.

What you will be doing?

• Communicate with, direct and assist the Art, Design Sound and QA teams to ensure that work stays within the Technical Design, which will be managed by you.
• Plan and co-ordinate your work regularly with your team, communicating effectively to ensure transparency.
• Manage the SE department and ensure optimum performance in line with the instruction of the Technical Director.
• Ensure the quality of programming deliverables.
• Assist in the recruitment and training of new talent and be involved in evaluation processes of SE staff members.
• Manage communications with clients in regards to SE project progression and technical matters.

Who you are:

• 8+ years experience in game programming with several titles shipped.
• Bachelors Degree (Mathematics, Computer Science/Engineering, Software Academy or similar).
• Technical proficiency and an advanced understanding of C++ as well as others languages.
• Good knowledge of game development, development tools, game engines, offline data compilation, continues integration, optimisation, CI.
• Knowledge of the internals of middleware and how to use them is a plus; Unreal Engine, Havok Animation/Physics/Vision/AI, PhysX (APEX), FMOD, Scaleform, Xbox-Live, PSN, Phyre Engine, LUA, Face-FX 4
• Can write technical documentation.
• Project and staff management skills , including managing and conducting staff training.
• Ability to look at a project from all angels and identify risks, priorities, whilst understanding the complexities of the elements within a project.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Good competency skills in English, both written and verbal.

Benefits:
Work on-site and alongside industry veterans in all different fields. Contribute to and be a part of the development of major AAA games. Enjoy benefits such as group fitness and wellness activities, gaming corners as well as flexible working hours. Relocation support will be provided if needed.

Application:
CVs to cvs@big-planet.biz to apply, quoting reference 2958