Technical Artist

Join a leading innovator at the forefront of shaping the future of digital experiences, where groundbreaking research meets practical application. As a trusted partner to this pioneering organization, Aquent is seeking exceptional talent to contribute to a multidisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of generative 3D models. This is an unparalleled opportunity to make a profound impact by preparing and authoring critical data for state-of-the-art models, directly influencing the next generation of generative art and simulation features running at scale. Your expertise will be instrumental in tackling complex challenges and driving advancements that will redefine how content is created and experienced.

In this pivotal role, you will be a key contributor to a dynamic team, working closely with researchers and technical artists to implement robust pipelines for processing vast datasets. You will leverage your technical artistry to design and build innovative processing features and essential content verification tooling, ensuring the quality and integrity of data that fuels cutting-edge generative models. This is an exciting chance to apply broad technical expertise across a spectrum of artistic and technical tasks, swiftly resolving issues with cross-functional partners and thriving in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Your work will directly enable breakthroughs in generative technology, making a tangible difference in the development of future digital content.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Collaborate closely with research and technical art teams to implement and optimize pipelines for processing extensive content datasets.

* Design and develop advanced processing features and robust content verification tooling.

* Provide broad technical and artistic expertise to support a diverse range of project needs.

* Proactively identify and resolve technical and artistic challenges in partnership with research, art, and product leads.

* Contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adapting to evolving project requirements.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* Proficiency in building and deploying scaled and distributed content pipelines.

* Expertise in Python programming language.

* Expertise in industry-standard Digital Content Creation (DCC) packages such as Blender and Houdini.

* Proficiency in verbal and written communication, with the ability to effectively communicate across engineering and artistic teams.

* Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.

* Proficiency in game profiling and optimization techniques.

* Proficiency in 3D character workflows, including modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation.

* Experience shipping products with stringent runtime performance constraints, such as complex mobile or 3D applications or high-fidelity games.

* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical work experience.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications:**

* Experience with generative AI 3D reconstruction models.

* Experience with synthetic data generation or other data-related fields.

**About Aquent Talent:**

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.