Principal Procedural Technical Artist (Contract)
Sony Interactive Entertainment - Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079Work at Sony Interactive Entertainment
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Research, define, extend, and maintain production pipelines, processes, and workflowsInterface with stakeholders. Liaise between team members; drive collaborative projectsTroubleshoot issues; resolve them: invent or build robust, quality technical implementationsParticipate in art asset reviews to help identify technical concerns or risksWork closely with artists and designers to develop/define procedural systems and improve their workflowsEducate team members as well as driving profiling automation and workflowsRequirements
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in computer-generated artExpertise of 3D math fundamentalsExpert knowledge of Houdini and best practices in procedural asset creationFamiliar with artist workflows and processesStrong understanding of algorithm design and their inherent complexityProficient scripting/programming experience in Python, PyQT/PySideAbility to write clean, maintainable and extensible code with attention to reusabilityEnthusiasm and initiativeExcellent spoken and written communicationAble and motivated to work with other team membersPreferred Experience
Industry experience working or shipping AAA titlesProgramming experience with C++Experience in design or creating world building toolsetsExpert ability in 3D modelling DCCs such as Maya or equivalent#LI-SMS
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.#LI-AM1Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location. Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.In addition, this role is eligible for SIE's top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click
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to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$170,100 — $255,100 USDEqual Opportunity Statement:Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
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