Technical Game Artist

About the role

Light & Wonder is a global leader in game experiences. We create content, hardware and systems that connect iconic titles across any place or channel. By turning games into expansive entertainment, we keep thrilling players with characters and stories they can't get enough of. Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary business segments, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 7,500+ member team, with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it's all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To learn more visit www.lnw.com . We are committed to offering very competitive benefits that are aligned with our values and inspire employees to drive innovation and contribute to the organization's performance. Employees are the most valued resource, and we always look to improve their well-being with a wide range of benefits befitting every individual. Not limited to monetary benefits, we have robust learning and development opportunities that help them to grow professionally. Our Values Dare to be bold: We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways. Celebrate perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways Never settle: We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail. Uphold integrity: We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry. Win as a team: We bring out the best in each other to share collective success. Technical Game Artist Job Location: Commerzone IT Tech Park, Yerwada - Pune. Required Experience: 3 - 6 Years We are looking for an experienced and resourceful Technical Artist with 3-6 years of experience in game development, preferably in iGaming or slot games. In this role, you will act as a bridge between art and development, ensuring that creative assets are smoothly integrated into the game while maintaining performance, quality, and efficiency. You will also contribute to improving production workflows by using automation and AI-driven tools. While some level of creative contribution is expected, the role has a strong focus on technical execution, with creative work mainly driven through AI-assisted asset generation and refinement. Art-Tech Integration Act as the link between art, design, and engineering teams Prepare and implement assets, animations, and effects in engine-ready formats Ensure assets follow pipelines and function correctly within the game Troubleshoot asset-related integration issues Pipeline Development & Automation Design and improve workflows for asset creation, export, and integration Develop scripts, tools, or plugins to improve efficiency Standardize file formats, naming conventions, and folder structures Introduce automation to reduce manual work AI in Art Production & Workflow Use AI tools to support art production, including concept exploration and variations Generate initial game assets using AI and refine/rework them to make them game-ready Identify opportunities for AI-based automation in repetitive tasks Guide artists in effective and responsible use of AI tools Ensure AI-generated outputs maintain quality, style consistency, and technical requirements Optimization & Performance Optimize textures, animations, and VFX for performance and memory usage Identify bottlenecks and suggest improvements Apply best practices for compression and scaling Ensure assets meet technical and platform requirements Animation & VFX Support Integrate and troubleshoot Spine 2D animations Work with After Effects for motion graphics and transitions Ensure balance between visual quality and performance Collaboration & Problem Solving Work closely with artists, designers, developers, and producers Provide technical guidance and support to the art team Resolve production challenges efficiently Ensure smooth cross-team communication Documentation & Knowledge Sharing Document tools, workflows, and best practices Maintain clear guidelines for asset preparation Support team learning through knowledge sharing sessions Required Skills & Qualifications Strong experience in Photoshop and After Effects Solid understanding of Spine workflows Hands-on experience with game asset pipelines and optimization Familiarity with game file formats (PNG, PSD, JSON, FBX, etc.) Basic exposure

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iGaming: If it's iGaming, we know a thing or two. At Light & Wonder, It's all about the games, and our digital team leads the global iGaming market, providing jaw-dropping content and innovative software that powers the world's most successful online gaming providers. Position Summary

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