Technical Artist Generalist

**Who we are**

We're a technology company that is transforming operations at sea to enable people and the planet to thrive.

We are open-minded and fearless in our approach to innovation and don't believe in boundaries. We challenge everything and have massive ambitions to drag aging industries into the tech era.

We take safety, equality and education very seriously, and our responsibilities don't stop at our front door. Our business is built on the belief that there's definitely a more environmentally responsible way to operate at sea.

We only employ the best people. People with a desire for excellence, a curious nature, people who are thoughtful, humble, collaborative and accountable.

We reward our people well. Beyond what's usually considered to be the 'market average'.

The opportunities for people in our business can be limitless, spanning a multitude of disciplines and open to all, regardless of background and experience level.

We're not your average workplace.

Ocean Infinity is seeking a Technical Artist, for supporting artists and engineers in the 3D art pipeline. This role requires a strong interest in programming optimized pipelines and developing new visual features. As the Swiss army knife of the company, you can tackle any challenge on top of Unreal Engine.

**What will you do**:

- Research and develop technical tools and new visual features for the project;
- Create art workflows and maintain pipelines along with programmers and artists;
- Maintain technical documentation;
- Flexibility to adapt to the project necessities (from UI, to 3D, to programming, etc).

**Who you are**:

- Knowledge of Visual scripting languages or general programming languages;
- Familiarity with game systems and the game development process;
- Solid understanding of art and animation pipelines;
- A strong portfolio or demo reel;
- Strong communication skills;
- Driven, proactive and able to work autonomously with little supervision towards the company's purpose;
- Critical thinking and ability to show initiative;
- Open and receptive to new and different ideas;
- Ability to work well in a team and independently;
- Enthusiastic about protecting people and the planet.

**Desirable**:

- Proven experience working with game engines showcasing a deep understanding of the Unreal engine;
- Experience with programming languages such as blueprint, C++ and/or python;
- Technical proficiency in areas of 2D or 3D art using a multitude of programs that show experience in content creation (high and low-poly modelling, unwrapping, baking, texturing, level art, etc);
- Working knowledge of project planning and documentation tools (Jira, Confluence, Stash/Git);
- Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with differences between creative and technical teams;
- High attention to detail.

**What you can expect**:
Since the beginning we are committed to provide all our people with the best possible work conditions and benefits. Therefore, as we grow globally, we are constantly striving to go beyond what's usually considered to be the 'market average.

At Ocean Infinity, we believe in creating equal opportunities for all, celebrating each and everyone’s differences. We are driven by transforming the industry, through our technology, thoughts, behaviours and actions. Being inclusive and respectful to all is fundamental to who we are. It is the right thing to do and enables innovation and creativity to thrive.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and believe that our environment can be anyone’s environment, and one that is sensitive to local needs.

**Compliance**:

- Complies with Ocean Infinity Policies, practices, programs and procedures as described in the Ocean Infinity management system;
- Successfully completes required training as identified by Ocean Infinity Training Program;
- Participates in improving the Ocean Infinity management system by reporting events, attending meetings and workshops, reporting problems, and recommending improvements, and other related activities;
- Informs their manager / responsible person of any unidentified risks, hazards, or system deficiencies in the workplace by using Stop Work authority, SOB card reporting, Incident reporting or by reporting directly to relevant personnel;
- Communicates and implements Ocean Infinity’s policies and procedures and their requirements to employees, visitors, and contractors;
- Supports Ocean Infinity’s Health & Safety, Environmental and Social goals.