3D Artist IV / Sr. Visual FX Artist

Company DescriptionJoin a leading global technology client developing immersive, next-generation virtual reality experiences. This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a AAA VR FPS title and help shape high-quality real-time visual effects for cutting-edge VR hardware.You’ll work closely with Art Direction, Design, and Engineering teams in a highly collaborative environment focused on gameplay readability, visual fidelity, and performance optimization. Important DetailsEmployment Type: Contract - W2Location: Seattle, WA 98101Duration: 6+ Months (possible extension)Work Model: On-site Preferred / Remote AllowedPay Range: $60-$66/hr. on W2 without benefitsRoles & ResponsibilitiesDesign and author particle systems, shaders, and post-process effects tuned for VR performance constraintsCollaborate with Art Direction, Design, and Engineering to develop VFX that support gameplay readability and push visual fidelity on VR hardwareBuild and maintain VFX asset pipelines, including LOD strategies and GPU-efficient techniques specific to mobile VR renderingContribute to the visual quality bar for the game's VFX across weapons, environments, and player feedback systemsAuthor particle effects in Unity in close collaboration with Art and Engineering leadsProfile and optimize effects to maintain frame rate targets while delivering cinematic look and feel of combatQualifications5+ years of real-time VFX experience in AAA game developmentShipped at least one multiplayer FPS or action titleExpert proficiency with Unity particle systems (VFX Graph or Shuriken) and shader authoringStrong understanding of GPU performance budgets and mobile/VR optimizationExperience with node-based shader editors and custom shader developmentAbility to work embedded with engineering teams on rapid iteration cyclesVR development experience preferredEducation/Experience:Bachelor's degree in design or related field preferred.Ready to bring high-quality visual effects to a next-generation VR gaming experience? Apply today!#RTA #RTA-zr For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Fair Chance Employment PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances. Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation. Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.