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Manage the Development Effort Across All Titles

PRODUCER

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a motivated Producer to join our team. The job will require working with other members of Production to manage the development effort across all titles in development, to ensure on-time delivery of all milestones.

Work with production managers to create, manage, and execute project schedules, resource plans, and processes.
Work with department leads to properly estimate tasks, as well as create and track milestone deliverables.
Daily management of development efforts to ensure cross department coordination and communication, task follow up, schedule conflicts, and risk identification/recommendation.
Participate in communicating and coordinating with publisher Production groups during all stages of development, release, and post release.
Coordinate efforts across other areas of production including Outsource and Marketing.
Identify issues, propose solutions, and potentially execute on process improvements where appropriate to maximize efficiency across all departments.
Identify and proactively manage aspects of development that require additional leadership.
Other duties as assigned by Production leadership.

REQUIREMENTS

5+ years game industry experience with complex game development projects. Must have managed a AAA project from start to finish.
Extensive knowledge of different project management methods and procedures.
Ability to adapt to different project management methods depending on the application.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent leadership, organization, and problem solving skills.
Self-motivated, driven individual – able to identify problems and execute on solutions.
Fluent in both Russian and English.

Preferences

Passion for games.
Deep knowledge of 4A Games' past titles.
Hands-on experience in a particular aspect of development (3D Art, Animation, Programming, etc).

comprehensive benefits package available

Oversee day-to-day operations

OFFICE MANAGER (MALTA)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee day-to-day operations.
Manage all external vendors / landlords / cleaning service.
Order supplies.
Manage any shipping/mailing needs.
Work closely with HR to coordinate regular wellness and team building activities.
Help organize and oversee company events and parties.
Maintain the condition of the office and arrange for necessary repairs and construction works.
Review and update health and safety policies and ensure they are observed.
Arrange regular testing for electrical equipment and safety devices.
Be available off hours and weekends to handle unforeseen issues.

REQUIREMENTS

3 years experienced managing a medium sized office (50-80 people).
Fun, outgoing, and energetic personality.
Self-starter and driven.
Must have exceptional attention to detail.
Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to prioritize.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Fluent in English (Russian is a plus).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Solid understanding of all Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Preferences

Business administration / business management experience.
Tenant Improvement experience (working with contractors during a build out).

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE AVAILABLE

Manage the Development Effort Across All Titles

PRODUCER NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a motivated Producer to join our team. The job will require working with other members of Production to manage the development effort across all titles in development, to ensure on-time delivery of all milestones.

Work with production managers to create, manage, and execute project schedules, resource plans, and processes.
Work with department leads to properly estimate tasks, as well as create and track milestone deliverables.
Daily management of development efforts to ensure cross department coordination and communication, task follow up, schedule conflicts, and risk identification/recommendation.
Participate in communicating and coordinating with publisher Production groups during all stages of development, release, and post release.
Coordinate efforts across other areas of production including Outsource and Marketing.
Identify issues, propose solutions, and potentially execute on process improvements where appropriate to maximize efficiency across all departments.
Identify and proactively manage aspects of development that require additional leadership.
Other duties as assigned by Production leadership.

REQUIREMENTS

5+ years game industry experience with complex game development projects. Must have managed a AAA project from start to finish.
Extensive knowledge of different project management methods and procedures.
Ability to adapt to different project management methods depending on the application.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent leadership, organization, and problem solving skills.
Self-motivated, driven individual – able to identify problems and execute on solutions.
Fluent in English.

Preferences

Passion for games.
Deep knowledge of 4A Games' past titles.
Hands-on experience in a particular aspect of development (3D Art, Animation, Programming, etc).

comprehensive benefits package available

Support the development effort

ASSOCIATE PRODUCER NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily management of development efforts to ensure cross-department coordination and communication, task follow-up, schedule conflicts, and risk identification/recommendation.
Work with department Leads to create and maintain task backlog.
Scheduling, attending, and running meetings. Taking and distributing notes, and following up on resulting action items.
Chasing Developers to update task/time tracking daily, and ensure Jira details are always up to date.
Gather statistical data into reports and maintain automatic statistical tools for team performance.
Coordinating efforts with Production staff at multiple locations.
Other duties as assigned by Production leadership.

REQUIREMENTS

2+ years game industry experience with complex, multi-year game development projects.
Some knowledge of project management methods and procedures, desire to learn more.
Ability to adapt to different project management methods depending on the application.
Expert with Jira/Confluence, MS Office, and other similar tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent leadership, organization, and problem solving skills.
Self-motivated, driven individual – able to identify problems and execute on solutions.
Fluent in English required, Russian and Ukrainian are a bonus.

Preferences

Previous experience in any role on a AAA development team – 1st hand experience with AAA development in any way.
Basic programming knowledge to create/self-maintain reporting tools.
Passion for gaming.
Background schooling in any games discipline a bonus.

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Support the development effort

JUNIOR PRODUCER NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support daily management of development efforts to ensure cross-department coordination and communication, task follow-up, schedule conflicts, and risk identification/recommendation.
Work with production colleagues to create and maintain task backlog.
Scheduling, attending, and running meetings. Taking and distributing notes and following up on resulting action items.
Chasing Developers to update task/time tracking daily and ensure Jira details are always up to date.
Gather statistical data into reports and maintain automatic statistical tools for team performance.
Coordinating efforts with Production staff at multiple locations.
Other duties as assigned by Production leadership.

REQUIREMENTS

Direct working experience or high level schooling in the field of Production for tech/creative industry.
Knowledge of project management methods and procedures, desire to learn more.
Ability to adapt to different project management methods depending on the application.
Proficient with Jira/Confluence, MS Office, and other similar tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent leadership, organization, and problem solving skills.
Self-motivated, driven individual – able to identify problems and execute on solutions.
Fluent in English and Russian required.

Preferences

Previous experience in any role in a AAA development team – 1st hand experience with AAA development in any way.
Basic programming or exceptional MS Excel knowledge to create/self-maintain reporting tools.
Passion for gaming.
Background schooling in any games discipline a bonus.

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MANAGE OUTSOURCE ASSET NEEDS

OUTSOURCE MANAGER NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a talented Outsource Manager to join our team. The job will require working with Art Leads and Producers to identify, schedule, and manage outsource asset needs from start to finish, while constantly seeking to improve delivery performance and pipelines.

Be the primary point of contact for external Vendors and Contractors.
Work with Studio Management to find and contract outsource Vendors and Contractors to assist with asset production.
Adapt and improve current outsource pipeline and process.
Track assets from job sheet all the way to implementation.
Work with department Leads and Producers to identify asset needs that will be outsourced.
Work with Producers and Art Managers to create schedule for each vendor and batch of outsource assets.
Ensure timely internal turnaround on feedback.
Ensure that outsourcing milestone obligations are met.
Process quotes and invoices for approval with leadership, liaise with accounting.
Work with Production leadership to track and maintain budgets.

REQUIREMENTS

English required, Russian is a bonus.
3+ years of experience working in Production.
2+ years of experience working with outsource processes either at a Vendor or Developer.
Experience working in multiplatform development studios.
Previously shipped AAA title(s).
Experience with multiple project management methodologies.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills.

Preferences

Proactive self-starter.
Skill in one or more game art disciplines.
5+ years professional industry experience.
Familiar with 3D Max, Zbrush, Photoshop, and other 2D/3D authoring tools.
Good sense of perspective – able to switch between "details" and "big picture" as needed.
Desire to continually improve processes.
A passion for outsourcing.
A passion for games.

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MANAGE OUTSOURCING OF REQUIRED ASSETS

OUTSOURCE ART MANAGER NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a talented Outsource Art Manager to join our team. The position will require working with internal and external artists, familiarity with asset production control, and expertise in assets` quality.

Work with department Leads and Producers to identify assets that need to be outsourced.
Process content requests.
Prepare complete tasks' descriptions for external artists.
Make assets follow the pipeline.
Ensure timely internal feedback.
Ensure outsourcing milestones are met.
Provide vendors with all necessary references/specifications for external development.
Work with our Art Manager and Art Leads to provide feedback and ensure quality.
Perform technical and artistic QA of delivered art assets.

REQUIREMENTS

3+ years of experience working as a 3D Artist in game production.
Experience in AAA projects with PBR.
2+ years of experience working as a freelancer or similar.
Strong skills in Maya, Zbrush, Substance Painter, Marmoset, Photoshop.
Desire to continually improve processes.
Desire to grow as an Art Manager.
English is required, Russian is a bonus.
Technical mindset.
A passion for playing games.

PREFERENCES

Exceptional organizational skills.
Work experience as an Art Lead or an Art Manager.
Experience with Unity, Unreal, or other engines.

comprehensive benefits package available

Expand and Improve on Our Gameplay Mechanics

SENIOR DESIGNER

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking an experienced Designer to expand and improve on our gameplay mechanics such as weapons, vehicles, player locomotion, etc.

Work with the 4A Engine to create gameplay, scenes, etc.
Create and integrate gameplay mechanics.
Prototype and iterate on gameplay system improvements.
Implement mechanics/features directly in-engine using existing visual scripting tools.
Cooperate with other departments on implementation where necessary.
Assist Leads in mentoring and monitoring small groups of team members as necessary.

REQUIREMENTS

Good command of one or more existing game engines – UE4, Unity, CryEngine, etc.
Experience of work for other game companies in the game/level design position (at least 5 years) and shipped at least 1 AAA title.
Ability to quickly and sufficiently document and communicate an idea in writing or speech.
The ability to carry an idea from the conceptual phase to the finished illustration and an understanding of translating these ideas to real-time game content.
Technical understanding of the way the existing gameplay mechanics work and interact with each other.
Fluency in Russian is a MUST.
Good English.
Collaborative team player.
Ability to learn and master new instruments.
At least 15 years of gaming experience (playing).

EXAMPLE DUTIES

Creating design and technical documentation on gameplay mechanics.
Integrating new gameplay mechanics into existing schemes while retaining full functionality.
Usage of in-house technology (4A Games Engine) for game creation.
Self-criticism and ability to accept criticism from other people. Open mindedness towards colleagues' ideas. The more feedback you are ready to take, the better for the game.
Participation in toolkit improvement process while working on the game.

comprehensive benefits package available

Create and integrate our AI mechanics

SENIOR AI DESIGNER

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking an experienced AI Designer to expand and improve on our Human and Monster AI systems.

Create and integrate AI mechanics.
Prototype and iterate on AI system improvements.
Work closely with other departments on implementation of the AI features to ensure they complement the overall game experience.
Integrate new AI mechanics into existing schemes while retaining full functionality.
Assist Lead AI Designer in mentoring small groups of fellow AI design team members whenever necessary.

EXAMPLE DUTIES

Implement AI mechanics/features directly in-engine using existing visual scripting tools.
Create design and technical documentation on AI and gameplay mechanics.
Use in-house technology (4A Games Engine) for game creation.
Participate in testing efforts to provide feedback on new gameplay mechanics as well as game content in general.
Participate in toolkit improvement process while working on the game.

REQUIREMENTS

Work experience in game companies in the game design or AI design department (at least 5 years of experience and at least one shipped AAA title).
Good command of one or more existing game engines – UE4, Unity, CryEngine, etc.
Profound understanding and experience with the modern AI techniques used in AAA games (Behavior Trees, Finite State Machines etc.).
Ability to quickly and sufficiently document and communicate an idea in writing or speech.
Ability to translate an idea of intelligent behavior from concept to the actual AI game mechanics and then to carry it out as functional game content.
Self-criticism and ability to accept criticism from other people. Being open minded towards colleagues' ideas.
Fluency in Russian or Ukrainian is a MUST.
Good English.
Ability to learn and master new tools and software.
Ability to multi-task and efficiently prioritize assignments.
Passion for FPS and stealth-oriented videogames.

comprehensive benefits package available

Create and integrate our AI mechanics

LEAD AI DESIGNER NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for an experienced AI Designer to lead the AI Design Department in its effort to expand and improve on our Human and Monster AI systems.

Work closely with the Creative Director, Producers, Lead AI Programmer, Lead Designers, Lead Technical Designer, and Technical Director as well as Lead Animators and Art Director to ensure the project vision and target gameplay experience is shared.
Take ownership and supervision of seeing through both Human and Monster AI systems through all stages of their development within the project scope.
Prototype and iterate on AI system improvements.
Create and integrate AI mechanics alongside fellow members of the AI Design department.
Integrate new AI mechanics into existing schemes while retaining full functionality.
Provide day-to-day mentorship and on-site feedback to fellow AI Design team members whenever necessary.
Participate in the interviewing and hiring process when staffing plans of the AI Design department need addressing.

EXAMPLE DUTIES

Implement AI mechanics/features directly in-engine using existing visual scripting tools.
Create design and technical documentation on AI and gameplay mechanics.
Use in-house technology (4A Games Engine) for game creation.
Participate in testing efforts to provide feedback on new gameplay mechanics as well as game content in general.
Participate in toolkit improvement process while working on the game.
Directly manage, groom, coach, and teach other Designers.

REQUIREMENTS

Work experience in game companies in the Game Design or AI Design department (at least 7 years of experience and at least one shipped AAA title on consoles).
Good command of one or more existing game engines – UE4, Unity, CryEngine, etc.
Expert understanding and experience with the modern AI techniques used in AAA games e. g. Behavior Trees (in Unreal Engine, or other relevant modern implementation of BT preferred), Animation Scripts, Planners, Finite State Machines, etc.
Logic-focused mindset or Programmer background.
Ability to quickly and sufficiently document and communicate an idea in writing or speech.
Ability to translate an idea of intelligent behavior from a concept to the actual AI game mechanics and then to carry it out as functional game content.
Self-criticism and ability to accept criticism from other people. Being open minded towards colleagues' ideas.
Good English.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to learn and master new tools and software.
Ability to multi-task and efficiently prioritize assignments.
Experience in leading/managing teams is a big plus.
Passion for FPS and stealth-oriented videogames.
At least 15 years experience with gaming (playing).

comprehensive benefits package available

Create and integrate our AI mechanics

AI DESIGNER NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking an experienced AI Designer to expand and improve on our Human and Monster AI systems.

Create and integrate AI mechanics.
Prototype and iterate on AI system improvements.
Cooperate with other departments on implementation where necessary.
Integrate new AI mechanics into existing schemes while retaining full functionality.
Take direction from Leads on any additional Design related tasks.

EXAMPLE DUTIES

Implement AI mechanics/features directly in-engine using existing visual scripting tools.
Create design and technical documentation on AI and gameplay mechanics.
Use in-house technology (4A Games Engine) for game creation.
Participate in testing efforts to provide feedback on new gameplay mechanics.
Participate in toolkit improvement process while working on the game.

REQUIREMENTS

Work experience in game companies in the Game Design or AI Design department (at least 3 years).
Good command of one or more existing game engines – UE4, Unity, CryEngine, etc.
Basic understanding of the modern AI techniques used in AAA games (Behavior Trees, Animation Scripts, Planners, Finite State Machines, etc.).
Logic-focused mindset or Programmer background.
Ability to quickly and sufficiently document and communicate an idea in writing or speech.
Ability to translate an idea of intelligent behavior from concept to the actual AI game mechanics and then to carry it out as functional game content.
Self-criticism and ability to accept criticism from other people. Being open minded towards colleagues' ideas.
Good English.
Ability to learn and master new tools and software.
Passion for FPS and stealth-oriented videogames.

comprehensive benefits package available

Improve on our gameplay mechanics

TECHNICAL DESIGNER NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking an experienced Technical Designer to expand and improve on our gameplay mechanics such as weapons, vehicles, player locomotion, etc.

Create and integrate gameplay mechanics.
Prototype and iterate on gameplay system improvements.
Implement mechanics/features directly in-engine using existing visual scripting tools.
Cooperate with other departments on implementation where necessary.
Create design and technical documentation on gameplay mechanics.
Integrate new gameplay mechanics into existing schemes while retaining full functionality.
Use in-house technology (4A Games Engine) for game creation.
Participate in toolkit improvement process while working on the game.

REQUIREMENTS

Good command of one or more existing game engines – UE4, Unity, CryEngine, etc.
Experience of work for other game companies in a similar design position (at least 3 years).
Ability to quickly and sufficiently document and communicate an idea in writing or speech.
Ability to carry an idea from the conceptual phase to the finished illustration and an understanding of translating these ideas to real-time game content.
Technical understanding of the way the existing gameplay mechanics work and interact with each other.
Self-criticism and ability to accept criticism from other people. Open mindedness towards colleagues' ideas. The more feedback you are ready to take, the better for the game.
Good English.
Collaborative team player.
Ability to learn and master new instruments.
At least 5 years of gaming experience (playing).

comprehensive benefits package available

INNOVATE GAMEPLAY SYSTEMS

LEAD GAME SYSTEMS DESIGNER NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a AAA-experienced Lead Game Designer to create and oversee the implementation of gameplay systems and mechanics.

Work closely with the Creative Director and lead the Game Designers to bring the game's vision to reality.
Design game systems from a big picture perspective down to interconnected features and entity behaviors.
Interface with programmers to craft the gameplay experience and cooperate with other departments on implementation where necessary.
Develop basic underlying principles of the game (game mechanics, level goals, etc.).
Assist and monitor small groups of team members as necessary.

REQUIREMENTS

7+ years of experience as a Game Designer, preferably with 1st person or 3rd person action titles.
Can demonstrate major features or content sections of the titles that you led.
Demonstrated team leading and team management skills such as leading a project with tight deadlines.
Contributed significantly to the design of at least 2 shipped AAA titles.
Ability to quickly and sufficiently document and communicate ideas in writing and speech.
Supervise all game design-related documentation.
Technical understanding of the way the existing gameplay systems and mechanics work and interact with each other.
Good English.
Collaborative team player, able to inspire the team of Designers.
Ability to learn and master new tools and techniques.
Great time management skills and discipline, familiarity with project management methodologies and tools (e.g. Agile, Scrum, JIRA).
At least 15 years of gaming experience (playing).

EXAMPLE DUTIES & SKILLS

Creating design documentation on gameplay mechanics.
Integrating new gameplay mechanics into existing schemes while retaining full functionality.
Self-criticism and ability to accept criticism from other people. Open-mindedness towards colleagues' ideas.
Participation in the toolkit improvement process while working on the game.

comprehensive benefits package available

CRAFT CAPTIVATING ANIMATIONS

ANIMATOR

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a talented 3D Animator to join our team. The position will require creating animations for all characters, objects, environments, and other elements in our games.

Work with Designers, Modelers, and Art Directors to bring our characters, environments, and other objects to life.

REQUIREMENTS

3+ years of experience with realtime animation (preferably in games).
Experience working on 3D projects with realistic setting.
Knowledge of Maya/Motionbuilder.
Good communicator with strong verbal and written English skills. Ukrainian/Russian is a plus.
Able to provide hand-crafted animation.
Able to work with mocap data.
Able to effectively collaborate with Game Designers and Programmers.

Preferences

Experience with 1st person shooters.
Experience with animating organics and mechanics in a HUD.

comprehensive benefits package available

CRAFT CAPTIVATING ANIMATIONS

SENIOR ANIMATOR

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work directly with Animators, Designers, Modelers, and Programmers to deliver excellent character movements, facial animations, mechanics, and cutscenes.
Proactively come up with ideas on how to improve animation pipeline.
Troubleshoot complex problems as they arise and construct solutions to unforeseen design problems in a timely manner.
Instructing colleagues and documenting necessary information.

REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of Maya/Motionbuilder.
Familiarity with mocap and hand-created animations.
Experience with animations of humans, creatures, and mechanical characters/objects.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in animation.
Good communicator with strong verbal and written English skills. Ukrainian/Russian is a plus.
Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
Self-direction and motivation.
Desire to help drive the improvement of the game engine year-over-year.

Preferences

Experience working with procedural/physically-altered animation techniques.
Experience with facial animation.
Understanding of skinning, rigging, IK, physics limitations, and possibilities.
Experience in applying modern interactive character animation techniques such as blend-trees, HFSMs, IK, and partial-body animation.

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CRAFT CAPTIVATING ANIMATIONS

SENIOR TECHNICAL ANIMATOR

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a Senior Technical Animator to join our team. The job will require supporting the Animation team in establishing and maintaining efficient animation pipelines and rigging standards for cutting edge games targeting latest generation platform hardware with a proprietary multiplatform engine.

Work directly with Animators, Designers, Modelers, and Programmers to deliver excellent character movements, facial animations, mechanics, and cutscenes.
Work with Programmers to improve toolkit, systems, establish rigging standards.
Create rigs and skinning for animated organic and mechanical objects.
Proactively come up with ideas on how to improve animation pipeline.
Troubleshoot complex problems as they arise and construct solutions to unforeseen design problems in a timely manner.
Instructing colleagues and documenting necessary information.

REQUIREMENTS

Understanding of skinning, rigging, IK, physics limitations, and possibilities.
Ability to come up and utilize skinning tricks (folded shoulders, 2-bone ropes).
Familiarity with mocap and keyframe animation animations.
Experience with humans, creatures, and mechanical characters/objects.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in rigging in AAA quality.
Knowledge of Maya/Motionbuilder.
Good communicator with strong verbal and written English skills. Ukrainian/Russian is a plus.
Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
Self-direction and motivation.
Proactive attitude.
Desire to help drive the improvement of the game engine year-over-year.
Ability to work under strict schedule and time pressure.

Preferences

Experience working with procedural/physically-altered animation techniques.
Experience with facial animation.
Understanding of real-world kinematics and ability to replicate physical movement using a mix of simulation tools and baked skeletal animations.
One shipped AAA title on consoles.
Experience in working with animation blueprints

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CRAFT CAPTIVATING ANIMATIONS

SENIOR ANIMATOR NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work directly with Animators, Designers, Modelers, and Programmers to deliver excellent character movements, facial animations, mechanics, and cutscenes.
Proactively come up with ideas on how to improve animation pipeline.
Troubleshoot complex problems as they arise and construct solutions to unforeseen design problems in a timely manner.
Instructing colleagues and documenting necessary information.

REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of Maya/Motionbuilder.
Familiarity with mocap and hand-created animations.
Experience with animations of humans, creatures, and mechanical characters/objects.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in animation.
Good communicator with strong verbal and written English skills. Ukrainian/Russian is a plus.
Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
Self-direction and motivation.
Desire to help drive the improvement of the game engine year-over-year.

Preferences

Experience working with procedural/physically-altered animation techniques.
Experience with facial animation.
Understanding of skinning, rigging, IK, physics limitations, and possibilities.
Experience in applying modern interactive character animation techniques such as blend-trees, HFSMs, IK, and partial-body animation.

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CRAFT CAPTIVATING ANIMATIONS

ANIMATOR NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a talented 3D Animator to join our team. The position will require creating animations for all characters, objects, environments, and other elements in our games.

Work with Designers, Modelers, and Art Directors to bring our characters, environments, and other objects to life.

REQUIREMENTS

3+ years of experience with realtime animation (preferably in games).
Experience working on 3D projects with realistic setting.
Knowledge of Maya/Motionbuilder.
Good communicator with strong verbal and written English skills. Ukrainian/Russian is a plus.
Able to provide hand-crafted animation.
Able to work with mocap data.
Able to effectively collaborate with Game Designers and Programmers.

Preferences

Experience with 1st person shooters.
Experience with animating organics and mechanics in a HUD.

comprehensive benefits package available

Develop Unique and Stunning Characters

ANIMATION PROGRAMMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a talented Animation Programmer to join our team. The job will require supporting the Animation team in developing unique and stunning characters for a cutting edge game targeting next generation hardware with a proprietary multiplatform engine.

Development and support of in-house game engine (4A Engine).
Extend engine and game animation systems to enable high quality features.
Work directly with animators to prototype and deliver excellent combat, character locomotion, movement mechanics, and cinematics.
Collaborate daily with Designers and AI Programmers to build elegant solutions to challenging problems in complex game worlds.
Proactively come up with ideas on how to improve animation pipeline.
Proactively identify and fix bugs and performance problems in core engine and game systems.
Implement features taking care to write efficient code and with an eye to a quality end-user experience.
Write clean, professional, and maintainable code.
Troubleshoot complex problems as they arise and construct solutions to unforeseen design problems in a timely manner.
Writing necessary supporting documentation.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 3 years' experience in animation, AI, or a related programming field.
At least one shipped AAA title on consoles.
Proven experience in applying modern interactive character animation techniques such as blend-trees, HFSMs, IK, and partial-body animation.
Excellent communicator with strong verbal and written English skills (Russian is a plus).
Minimum of 5 years' experience writing, debugging, and optimizing C++.
Advanced 3D math skills.
Excellent problem solving and time management skills.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Engineering.
Understanding of the full software development life cycle.
Proactive attitude, self-direction, and motivation.
Desire to help drive the improvement of the game engine year-over-year.
Ability and discipline to execute on strict deadlines.

Preferences

Experience implementing IK-driven features.
Experience working with procedural/physically-altered animation techniques.
Experience with cinematics and facial animation.
Experience with animation pipelines and character rigs.

comprehensive benefits package available

Implement New and Improve Existing Gameplay of NPCs

AI PROGRAMMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a talented AI Programmer to join our team. You will need to work closely with the Design team to implement new and improve existing gameplay of the Non-Player Characters (human, mutants, etc).

Design, implement, and maintain core AI systems (perception, positioning, pathfinding, etc) and tools to create AI behaviors and gameplay (navigation, combat, animation, etc).
Implement tools as needed for specific project requirements.
Collaborate with Designers and Animators in discussing constraints, and establish the technical possibilities of the AI functions.
Write clear, maintainable, portable, and highly functional code.
Profile and performance tune code to remove bottlenecks.
Test and document code produced.
Support and improve existing AI functionalities in the engine.
Suggest innovations based on other industry games.

REQUIREMENTS

2+ years of professional experience in AI development.
Solid C/C++ programming skills.
Strong understanding of AI architectures, algorithms, and pathfinding techniques.
Proficient in linear algebra.
Good knowledge of machine learning, deep learning, neural networks, Tensorflow.
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
Excellent communication and team skills.
Comfortable working closely with Designers on the implementation of gameplay systems.
Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
English knowledge upper intermediate or higher.

Preferences

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Engineering.
Prior AI programming experience with credits on at least one shipped title.
Specialist in other game programming areas (animation, tools, networking, audio, etc).
Good analytical and synthesizing abilities.
Autonomous and resourceful.
Ability to take initiative.
Experience working with navmesh generation, tessellation, voxelization, CSG operations.
Experience working with character scripting, animation state machines, animation blending, and similar techniques.
Desire to help drive the improvement of the game engine year-over-year.
An avid gamer with a passion for making games.

comprehensive benefits package available

SUPPORT OUR IN-HOUSE ENGINE Editor

EDITOR PROGRAMMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a talented Editor Programmer to join our team. The job will require development and support of new game editor features that will support our content creators and automate as much work as possible. This includes game level editor, physics editor, track editor, particles editor, terrain editor, visual scripts editor and many other areas. The employee will be working with all members of the team to facilitate their development needs while using a proprietary multi-platform engine.

Development and support of tools for in-house game engine (4A Engine).
Keep track of code quality and style.
Listen to and understand the needs of the content creators to help design and create new tools/pipelines as needed.
Work with Producers and Programming Team to determine tasks, and accurately determine associated timelines.
Implement features taking care to write efficient code and with an eye to a quality end-user experience.
Write clean, professional, and maintainable code.
Troubleshoot complex problems as they arise and construct solutions to unforeseen design problems in a timely manner.
Writing necessary supporting documentation.

REQUIREMENTS

2+ years of professional experience.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.
Proficiency in C/C++.
Excellent communicator with strong verbal and written English skills (Russian/Ukrainian is a plus).
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Self-direction and motivation.
Understanding of the full software development life cycle.

Preferences

Familiarity with Photoshop, ZBrush, XNormal, CrazyBump, V-Ray, Realflow, Substance Designer/Painter, Marvelous Designer.
Familiarity with feature sets of other popular Engine Editors.
Proactive attitude.
Familiarity with SVN/GIT.
Desire to help drive the improvement of daily operations at the studio.
A passion for games.

comprehensive benefits package available

Develop and Support Plugins for Common Art Production Tools

TOOLS PROGRAMMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a talented Tools Programmer to join our team. The job will require development and support of plugins for common art production tools, adding features to the toolset used to create game levels, maintaining the build process, and writing new tools to help automate tasks. The employee will be working with all members of the team to facilitate their development needs while using a proprietary multi-platform engine.

Development and support of tools for in-house game engine (4A Engine).
Keep track of code quality and style.
Listen to and understand the needs of the content creation staff to help design and create new tools/pipelines as needed.
Work with Producers and Programming Team to determine tasks, and accurately determine associated timelines.
Implement features taking care to write efficient code and with an eye to a quality end-user experience.
Write clean, professional, and maintainable code.
Troubleshoot complex problems as they arise and construct solutions to unforeseen design problems in a timely manner.
Writing necessary supporting documentation.

REQUIREMENTS

2+ years of professional experience.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.
Proficiency in C/C++.
Excellent communicator with strong verbal and written English skills (Russian/Ukrainian is a plus).
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Self-direction and motivation.
Understanding of the full software development life cycle.

Preferences

Previously shipped AAA console title with multiple SKUs.
Excellent math skills.
Familiarity with Photoshop, ZBrush, XNormal, CrazyBump, V-Ray, Realflow, Substance Designer/Painter, Marvelous Designer.
Proactive attitude.
Familiarity with SVN/GIT.
Desire to help drive the improvement of daily operations at the studio.
A passion for games.

comprehensive benefits package available

Help Us Achieve the Best Immersive Audio Experience Possible

SOUND PROGRAMMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a talented Sound Programmer to join our team. You will need to work closely with the Design and Sound team to implement new and improve existing sound tech to achieve the best immersive audio experience possible with current gen technology.

Design, implement, and maintain core Sound systems (sound positioning, occlusion, effects, etc) and integrate new tech into our engine.
Implement tools as needed for specific project requirements.
Write clear, maintainable, portable, and highly functional code.
Profile and performance tune code to remove bottlenecks.
Test and document code produced.
Support and improve existing Sound functionalities in the engine.
Suggest innovations based on other industry games or your experience.

REQUIREMENTS

2+ years of professional experience in Sound development.
Solid C/C++ programming skills.
Good knowledge of linear algebra.
In-depth knowledge of data structures and software design.
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
Excellent communication and team skills.
Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
English knowledge upper intermediate or higher.

Preferences

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Engineering.
Prior Sound Programming experience with credits on at least one shipped title.
Experience with F-Mod, Wwise, or other audio middleware.
Specialist in other game programming areas (animation, tools, networking, audio, etc).
Good analytical and synthesizing abilities.
Autonomous and resourceful.
Ability to take initiative.
Desire to help drive the improvement of the game engine year-over-year.
An avid gamer with a passion for making games.

comprehensive benefits package available

DEVELOP AND SUPPORT A Proprietary Multi-Platform Game Engine

GAMEPLAY PROGRAMMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a talented gameplay programmer to join our team. The job will require development and support for a proprietary multi-platform game engine on new technology platforms in cooperation with other programmers and designers to design, implement, polish, debug, and optimize high quality gameplay features and systems.

Development and support of in-house game engine (4A Engine).
Ability to rapidly prototype feature ideas, and then properly implement features once determined to be final.
Keep track of code quality and style.
Determine tasks to implement features and systems, and accurately determine associated timelines.
Implement features taking care to write efficient code and with an eye to a quality end-user experience.
Write clean, professional, and maintainable code.
Troubleshoot complex problems as they arise and construct solutions to unforeseen design problems in a timely manner.
Writing necessary supporting documentation.

REQUIREMENTS

3+ years of professional experience.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.
At least one shipped title on consoles.
Strong C++ programming skills.
Excellent communicator with strong verbal and written English skills (Russian/Ukrainian is a plus).
Excellent math skills.
Experience with one of modern game engines.
Experience with multiplatform development.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Self-direction and motivation.
Understanding of the full software development life cycle.
Management and leadership skills.

Preferences

Oculus Rift/VR experience a plus.
Experience with other leading engines a plus (Unreal/Unity/etc).
Proactive attitude.
Desire to help drive the improvement of the game engine year-over-year.
A passion for games.

comprehensive benefits package available

craft aaa ux and ui

UI ARTIST

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a talented UI Artist to join our team. You will work closely with a highly creative and competent development team to concept, prototype, and implement user interfaces and experiences for projects of AAA standard.

Work in 4A Engine and integrate functional UI designs directly. This is not a 2D design-only position – you must have integration experience.
Create UI sketches for the team.
Create UI art assets under predefined specs and matching existing style.
Work closely with the UI Design team and Programmers.
Integrate assets into the game using our scripts and tools.
Adjust the final looks in the engine using available features and UI-effects.
Work with UI dynamics.
Create HLSL shaders for special UI-elements.
Test for usability issues, analyze play test videos, find solutions.
Assist in improving our tools.
Define new specifications based on resource limits and toolkit nuances.
Work with outsourced art assets for UI.
Design promo materials using existing assets/renders (box-art, poster art).
Develop logos.

REQUIREMENTS

3+ years' experience working in a relevant work environment.
A relevant degree.
Experience integrating UI in real-time engine tools.
Shipped AAA games and strong portfolio are a must.
Proven excellence in the principles and techniques of UI/UX Design and usability.
Outstanding expertise in Photoshop, Illustrator, and associated design tools.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentational English skills.
Self-motivated and proactive.

Preferences

Unreal Engine or Unity experience.
Passion for games.

comprehensive benefits package available

Create Illustrations, Sketches, Overpaints, and Generate Ideas for CHARACTERS

CHARACTER CONCEPT ARTIST

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a Character Concept Artist to join our team. The job will require creation of illustrations, sketches, and overpaints, generation of ideas, and collection of references. A successful candidate will create character concepts in the Metro games post-apocalyptic universe style. The candidate will work together with Art Director, Lead Concept Artist, Screenwriter, and Game Designers to achieve desired character imagery that meets all technical, scenario, and stylistic conditions.

Create detailed realistic character concepts.
Create spectacular art and posters for marketing purposes based on character images.
Create unique and memorable characters.
Develop visual ideas independently and with the Creative Team.
Visualize ideas through sketches, references, and written descriptions.
Create final publication-ready artwork.
Make overpaints on different stages of development.
Play the project often, analyze, and find ways to improve visuals.

REQUIREMENTS

At least 3 years of experience working on illustrations and character concepts for games.
An exceptional understanding of mood, lighting, composition, color-coding with a keen eye towards form, shape, structure, anatomy, proportions, and silhouette.
Advanced knowledge of Photoshop or similar painting software.
Ability to transfer a list of starting conditions and wishes to a coherent, harmonious image.
Experience of working in realistic stylistics: abilities to reproduce nature of real materials and to think over functional purposes of each detail.
Logical, constructive, thoughtful approach.
Sense of style, ability to elaborate and explain it to others.
Several years of experience as a 2D or 3D Artist.
The ability to carry an idea from the conceptual phase to the finished illustration and an understanding of translating these ideas to real-time game content.
Proficiency in English and/or Russian.

Preferences

Experience in the post-apocalyptic style.
Knowledge of the Metro universe.
Experience with game engines.
Passion for atmospheric desolate worlds.
Versatility in used tools and performed tasks, ability to use any additional software for the task.
Passion for FPS games.
Visual FX experience (particles, postprocess, flares etc).
Experience in making and crafting screenshots.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE AVAILABLE

INDULGE THE ART OF LOW POLY

CHARACTER TECHNICAL ARTIST (RETOPO)

RESPONSIBILITIES

We're seeking a talented Artist to join our team. The main focus of this position is the technical side of the character production pipeline. You will be working closely with the Character Art, Animation, and Design teams.

Create retopology of characters and monsters in line with animations' requirements.
UV, baking.
Importing the models to the engine and setting shaders as well as assembling elements, if needed.
Examination and feedback on character / creature models in production.
Creating outfits and miscellaneous elements from scratch.
Support in the entire character creation process.
Optional: texturing models based on concepts and under the supervision of the Art Lead.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum experience of 3 years in AAA game development.
Sculpting, modeling, texturing.
Extensive knowledge of Maya/Max/Modo, Substance Painter, Marmoset baker.
Deep understanding of animations' requirements for low poly models creation.
Basic knowledge of any game engine, preferably Unreal.
In-depth knowledge of the character production pipeline.
Able to work creatively as part of a large or small group.
Upper-Intermediate English.
Experience with Version Control Systems (SVN/Perforce) and bug trackers (Jira or similar).

Preferences

Experience in animation.
Knowledge of Marvelous Designer.
Knowledge of real-time hair creation pipelines and skills in 3D grooming.
Experience in creating materials in Substance Designer.
Experience in preparing scanned models for further steps of character creation.
Scripting skills (in Max/Maya or external scripting tools).
Strong knowledge of PBR principles.
Good skills in Zbrush and Photoshop.
Superior eye for light, shade, color, and detail in creating texture maps.

comprehensive benefits package available

build our worlds

LEVEL ARTIST

RESPONSIBILITIES

Create photo-realistic indoor and outdoor levels in game engine. Lights setup, instancing, placing particles, etc.

Work in-between game design and 3D art teams.

REQUIREMENTS

Have experience with game engines like Unreal, Cryengine, etc.
Good understanding of light, composition, color-coding.
Intermediate experience with any 3D modeling package.
Understanding modular design.
Understanding resource balancing and experience in optimizing scenes.
Fluent in English.

Preferences

Artistic/architectural/engineering education or background.
Versatility in used tools and performed tasks.
Scripting experience with Unity and/or blueprint experience in Unreal.
Understanding of both modern and legacy real-time rendering tech and lighting principles.
Knowledge of additional software is a plus (ZBrush, XNormal, World Machine, Speedtree, Houdini, etc.).
Hardcore FPS gamer.
Fluent in Russian.

comprehensive benefits package available

Create 3D Assets In Our Games

SENIOR 3D ARTIST

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a Senior 3D Artist to join our team. The job will require working with the Art team to create 3D assets in our games.

Work closely with Designers, Concept Artists, and Art Directors to create man-made and natural objects, parts of levels, and playable scenery.

REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of 5 years of experience in AAA game development, modeling, and texturing environments.
Superior eye for light, shade, color, and detail in creating texture maps.
An exceptional understanding of form, shape, structure, and silhouette.
Extensive knowledge of Maya/Max/Modo, Photoshop, ZBrush, XNormal.
Able to work creatively as part of a large or small group.
Have shipped at least one AAA PC or console title in a similar position.

Preferences

Knowledge of tools like Marvelous Designer, World Machine, Houdini, Speedtree, etc.
Knowledge of work automation tools (scripting, using special software).
Experience with Unity or Unreal.
Knowledge of architecture styles and manufacture principles.
Mathematical background.
Study on organics like landscape and vegetation.
Equivalent on the job experience.
A passion for games.

comprehensive benefits package available

Create Physical and Not-Falling-Under-Standard-Categories Assets

TECHNICAL PHYSICS ARTIST

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a Technical / Physics Artist to join our team. The job will require creation of physical and not-falling-under-standard-categories assets, extensive research with a goal of bringing unique competitive features to the project and keeping the feature set on par with global trends.

Create physical and mixed-category assets (destructibles, simulations, ragdolls).
Work closely with Art / FX / Design / PRG Teams in creation of complex features.
Create and support project-wide systems (weathers, day/season cycle, etc.).
Bring novelty regularly.
Support Design Teams with ideas, research, and final feature development.
Push the boundaries of current-gen platforms and optimize features effectively.
Find ways to improve our proprietary tools with Programmers and pipeline with tool users.
Perform optimizations with QA and Programmer Teams on certain stages of the project.
Deliver complete, tested, and tuned features.

Preferred Set of RESPONSIBILITIES

Combine and utilize all engine features to achieve new heights and compete with the best.
Work with particles, physics, shaders, post-processing, lights, animations, modeling, etc.
Quickly locate and fix what's broken.
Be aware of global trends, learn relevant research papers, develop new ideas.
Provide help and tutoring to less experienced Artists and Designers.

REQUIREMENTS

Experience with real-time engines. Shipped games or strong portfolio are a must.
Understanding memory and performance limitations of real-time rendering.
Understanding of existing 3D rendering pipelines.
Self-motivated and proactive. Doing R&D means digging your own path ignoring doubts.
Several years of experience as a 2D and 3D Artist.
Experience creating physical, fluid, and gas simulations.
Knowledge of work automation methods by scripting or using special software.
Have common math and trigonometry knowledge.
Technical mind, developed logic, thinking 'outside the box'.
Never using the word 'impossible'.
Fluent in English.

Preferences

Good understanding of real-life physics and matter interactions.
Feeling of timing and dynamics.
Unreal or Unity scripting experience.
Ability to code or write shaders.
Ability to pass physics or math tests from primary school course.

comprehensive benefits package available

Prepare Team's Artwork for Internal and External Promotional Use

JUNIOR APPLIED ART GENERALIST

THE POSITION IS OPEN IN OUR UKRAINE (KYIV) STUDIO

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a versatile Artist to join our team. The job will require creating screenshots, composing artwork based on renders and screenshots, capturing game videos and making quick editing, and preparing team's artwork for internal and external promotional use.

Produce screenshots and compose artwork based on renders and screenshots.
Сapture and edit videos from games.
Prepare illustrations for marketing: take screenshots, create illustrations from scratch, etc.
Create documentation templates and process internal documents.
Assist team members in creation of presentations.
Ability to use 3D software to make quick renders or exports.

REQUIREMENTS

Keen eye for detail, colors, composition.
Photography skills.
Understanding framing and composition.
Appropriate sense of color, drama, shape language, personality, and design.
Creation of illustrations for web and other media.
Strong knowledge of Word and PowerPoint.
Good knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator.
Good English.
Gamer.

Preferences

Video editing skills, knowledge of Premiere.
Knowledge of JIRA and Confluence.
Blogging and social networks experience.
Web-design experience.
Portfolio with screenshots from games.

comprehensive benefits package available

IMMERSE INTO THE WORLD OF DYNAMIC ASSETS

PROCEDURAL TECHNICAL ARTIST HOUDINI NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We're seeking a talented Procedural Technical Artist specialized in Houdini to join our team. The successful candidate will create layouts, work with existing assets to fill the game worlds, and craft procedural tools for putting together dynamic assets. The candidate will also follow the production schedule and the chosen artistic view, as well as work closely with our Game Design, Level Design, and Art teams.

Create layouts – outdoor and indoor.
Fill game worlds with assets.
Craft procedural tools for putting together dynamic assets.
Optimize your work.
Conduct research for art references.
Suggest methods of how to automatize game worlds development with Houdini.
Proactively suggest developments of our proprietary engine.
Be on top of what's going on in the industry, gametech in particular.

REQUIREMENTS

Strong experience in and understanding of Houdini with the focus on graphical content procedural generation.
Strong understanding and sense of graphical shape, form, and silhouette.
Solid understanding of linear algebra and vector calculus.
Proficiency in VEX.
Experience in Python.
Good English, Russian is a plus.
Good time management skills.
Able to work efficiently independently as well as in a team.
Excellent organizational skills.
Passion for games.

Preferences

Experience working in a game engine.
Previous experience in game development.

comprehensive benefits package available

create cutting edge 3d assets

LEAD 3D ARTIST NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a Lead 3D Artist to join our team. The job will require working with the Art team to create cutting edge 3D assets for our new AAA IP.

Work closely with Designers, Concept Artists, and Art Directors to create man-made and natural objects, parts of levels, and playable scenery.

REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of 6 years of experience in AAA game development, modeling, and texturing.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in leading artists.
Superior eye for light, shade, color, and detail in creating texture maps.
An exceptional understanding of form, shape, structure, and silhouette.
Extensive knowledge of Maya/Max/Modo, Photoshop, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and Baking Tools.
In-depth knowledge about the pipeline requirements of real-time game art.
Able to work creatively as part of a large or small group.
Take ownership and supervision of art assets through all pipeline stages.
Ability to directly manage, teach. and mentor other artists.
Participate in the interviewing and hiring process of artists.
Have shipped at least one AAA PC or console title in a similar position.
Excellent communication skills in English.

Preferences

Knowledge of tools like Marvelous Designer, World Machine, Houdini, Speedtree, etc.
Knowledge of work automation tools (scripting, using special software).
Experience with Unity or Unreal.
Experience in creating materials in Substance Designer.
Passion for pushing the envelope in detailing organic art like creatures and nature environment assets.
Knowledge of architecture styles and manufacture principles.
A passion for games.

comprehensive benefits package available

CRAFT LIFE-LIKE CREATURES

CREATURE 3D ARTIST NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a Creature 3D Artist to join our team. The job will require working with the Art team to create highly detailed, life-like creatures for our new AAA IP.

Work closely with Designers, Concept Artists, and Art Directors to create scary and beautiful life forms.

REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of 4 years of experience in AAA game development, modeling, and texturing organic objects.
Superior eye for light, shade, color, and detail in creating texture maps.
An exceptional understanding of form, shape, structure, and silhouette.
Extensive knowledge of Maya/Max/Modo, Photoshop, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and Baking Tools.
Deep understanding of animation requirements for low poly models.
In-depth knowledge about the pipeline requirements of real-time game art.
Able to work creatively as part of a large or small group.
Have shipped at least one AAA PC or console title in a similar position.
Good communication skills in English.

Preferences

Knowledge of tools like Marvelous Designer, Speedtree, etc.
Knowledge of real-time fur and hair techniques.
Experience with Unity or Unreal.
Art education and / or natural media sculpting experience.
Willingness to push the envelope in detailing organic art like creatures and nature environment assets.
A passion for games.

comprehensive benefits package available

build our worlds

LEVEL ARTIST NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

Create photo-realistic indoor and outdoor levels in game engine. Lights setup, instancing, placing particles, etc.

Work in-between game design and 3D Art teams.

REQUIREMENTS

Have experience with game engines like Unreal, Cryengine, etc.
Good understanding of light, composition, color-coding.
Intermediate experience with any 3D modeling package.
Understanding modular design.
Understanding resource balancing and experience in optimizing scenes.
Fluent in English.

Preferences

Artistic/architectural/engineering education or background.
Versatility in used tools and performed tasks.
Scripting experience with Unity and/or blueprint experience in Unreal.
Understanding of both modern and legacy real-time rendering tech and lighting principles.
Knowledge of additional software is a plus (ZBrush, XNormal, World Machine, Speedtree, Houdini, etc.).
Hardcore FPS gamer.
Russian is a bonus.

comprehensive benefits package available

creatE CONCEPT ART FOR ENVIRONMENTS

ENVIRONMENT CONCEPT ARTIST NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a top-notch Concept Artist to join our team. You will have a rare opportunity to co-create the visual style of a new AAA IP by the makers of the Metro series.

The job will require creation of illustrations, sketches, and overpaints, generation of ideas, and collection of references. A successful candidate will create visually distinctive concepts that create a believable new game universe. The candidate will work together with our Art Director, Creative Lead, and Game Designers to achieve imagery that meets all technical, scenario, and stylistic conditions.

Create detailed concepts for locations.
Create spectacular art and posters for marketing purposes.
Develop visual ideas independently and with the Creative team.
Visualize ideas through sketches, references, and written descriptions.
Create final publication-ready artwork.
Make overpaints on different stages of development.
Play the project often, analyze, and find ways to improve visuals.

REQUIREMENTS

At least 3 years of experience working on illustrations and character concepts for games.
An exceptional understanding of mood, lighting, composition, color-coding with a keen eye towards form, shape, structure, anatomy, proportions, and silhouette.
Advanced knowledge of Photoshop or similar painting software.
Ability to transfer a list of starting conditions and wishes to a coherent, harmonious image.
Experience of working in realistic stylistics: abilities to reproduce nature of real materials and to think over functional purposes of each detail.
Logical, constructive, thoughtful approach.
Sense of style, ability to elaborate and explain it to others.
Several years of experience as a 2D or 3D artist.
The ability to carry an idea from the conceptual phase to the finished illustration and an understanding of translating these ideas to real-time game content.
Proficiency in English and/or Russian.

Preferences

Preference for realistic, but artful and atmospheric style.
Experience with game engines.
Versatility in used tools and performed tasks, ability to use any additional software for the task.
Passion for FPS games.
Visual FX experience (particles, postprocess, flares, etc).
Experience in making and crafting screenshots.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE AVAILABLE

creatE CONCEPT ART FOR CREATURES

CREATURES CONCEPT ARTIST NEW IP

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a top-notch Concept Artist to join our team. You will have a rare opportunity to co-create the visual style of a new AAA IP by the makers of the Metro series.

The job will require creation of illustrations, sketches, and overpaints, generation of ideas, and collection of references. A successful candidate will create visually distinctive concepts that create a believable new game universe. The candidate will work together with our Art Director, Creative Lead, and Game Designers to achieve imagery that meets all technical, scenario, and stylistic conditions.

Create detailed concepts for creatures.
Create spectacular art and posters for marketing purposes.
Develop visual ideas independently and with the Creative team.
Visualize ideas through sketches, references, and written descriptions.
Create final publication-ready artwork.
Make overpaints on different stages of development.
Play the project often, analyze, and find ways to improve visuals.

REQUIREMENTS

At least 3 years of experience working on illustrations and character concepts for games.
An exceptional understanding of mood, lighting, composition, color-coding with a keen eye towards form, shape, structure, anatomy, proportions, and silhouette.
Advanced knowledge of Photoshop or similar painting software.
Ability to transfer a list of starting conditions and wishes to a coherent, harmonious image.
Experience of working in realistic stylistics: abilities to reproduce nature of real materials and to think over functional purposes of each detail.
Logical, constructive, thoughtful approach.
Sense of style, ability to elaborate and explain it to others.
Several years of experience as a 2D or 3D artist.
The ability to carry an idea from the conceptual phase to the finished illustration and an understanding of translating these ideas to real-time game content.
Proficiency in English and/or Russian.

Preferences

Preference for realistic, but artful and atmospheric style.
Experience with game engines.
Versatility in used tools and performed tasks, ability to use any additional software for the task.
Passion for FPS games.
Visual FX experience (particles, postprocess, flares, etc).
Experience in making and crafting screenshots.

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