Senior Technical Artist

About the role

As a Senior Technical Artist, you'll focus on pipeline development and artist support, acting as a crucial bridge between our creative teams and our Unreal Engine pipeline. You will play a key role in ensuring that high-quality art content and features are seamlessly integrated into the engine while maintaining the project's artistic vision and respecting technical constraints for a world-class production. We are looking for someone who is passionate about seeking new opportunities to create impactful work.

Responsibilities

• Work with generalists to create 3D art and bring it into the engine
• Support artists in using the 3D art pipeline and user-facing engine tools
• Provide hands-on guidance on asset performance, optimization, and validation
• Review creative workflows and identify opportunities for tool and pipeline improvements
• Develop Unreal Engine art pipeline tools and extensions with a focus on usability and efficiency
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues within the Unreal Engine asset pipeline
• Work closely with artists and QA to diagnose and fix production challenges
• Ensure documentation is accessible and up to date for artists and technical teams
• Help inspire and empower the art team to optimize their workflows and processes
• About You
• The essentials:
• Strong expertise in Unreal Engine Blueprints and proven experience developing tools within the engine
• Experience building configurators, automation tools, or similar systems
• Programming knowledge (C++ and/or Python)
• Experience with USD (Universal Scene Description) and familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Knowledge of rigging (especially Control Rig), shading, materials, and rendering pipelines (both real-time and offline)
• Proficiency in additional 3D software (e.g., Maya, Blender)
• Experience working with premium brands, high-end productions, or within the automotive industry
• Excellent problem-solving, time management, teamwork, and communication abilities
• Ability to work effectively under deadlines
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); German language skills are a plus
• Quick learner with a willingness to share knowledge, a self-motivated drive, and strong attention to detail
• Naturally curious and proactive mindset
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• About Monks

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