Job Description
Are you a visionary 2D Technical Artist ready to define the future of visual storytelling?
Nebula Dynamics is seeking a highly skilled and creative Senior 2D Technical Artist to join our elite creative engineering team. In this role, you will bridge the gap between artistic vision and technical execution, optimizing 2D pipelines for next-generation web and mobile platforms.
We are building the tools that power the metaverse, and we need an expert who understands the intricate balance between beautiful art and performant code. If you are passionate about rigging, shaders, and interactive 2D systems, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and equity package.
- Work with cutting-edge technology (WebGL, WebGPU, Canvas).
- Remote-first culture with flexible hours.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain custom 2D rigging and animation pipelines using Spine, DragonBones, or custom solutions.
- Optimize 2D assets and shaders for high-performance rendering across various devices.
- Collaborate with Art Directors and Engineers to create reusable tools and plugins within Unity or Unreal Engine.
- Implement advanced particle systems and visual effects (VFX) for 2D environments.
- Debug complex 2D rendering issues and establish best practices for asset management.
- Conduct technical reviews to ensure visual fidelity and code efficiency.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience as a Technical Artist, specifically focusing on 2D workflows.
- Proficiency in 2D animation software (Spine, DragonBones, After Effects) and version control systems (Git).
- Strong programming skills in C# or Blueprints, or advanced scripting in JavaScript/TypeScript.
- Deep understanding of 2D rendering engines (Unity 2D, Unreal Engine 2D, Godot).
- Experience with shader development for 2D sprites and textures.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.
- Portfolio demonstrating technical art solutions and optimized 2D pipelines.