Technical Artist - UI

Please note that this is a hybrid position with a mixture of in-office and home-based working.

While we welcome all applications, this role does not offer relocation assistance. We encourage applications from candidates who are local to New York State or are able to relocate independently.

Part of the Rocket Science Group, Atomic Theory comprises a multinational team of seasoned AAA veterans with roots extending from Blizzard, PUBG, Epic, and Unity as well as superstars from other industries bringing their expertise of project management, software development and more! We have a track record of delivering player-centric, AAA-quality experiences, and we're unwavering in our commitment to performance, accessibility, and the meticulous attention to the engineering tools and frameworks that underpin exceptional gameplay.

But Atomic Theory is also more than just a studio; for us, it's a sanctuary, a place where our diverse experiences can intersect and combine to carry our solutions to the next level. We're dedicated to aiding studios and publishers in navigating the toughest challenges across today's game development landscape. With offices in Albany, NY and Cardiff, UK, we thrive at the opportunity to Get Sh!t Done on a global scale.

Our passion for gaming is at the core of everything we do, inspiring us to collaborate seamlessly. We're not afraid to take on big challenges and push for bold, innovative solutions. Every decision we make is guided by the goal of delivering maximum value and creating a significant, positive impact on our projects. By consistently going above and beyond, we transform every interaction into an exceptional partnership, building trust and delivering excellence.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced UI Technical Artist to join our team in Albany, NY. The right person will be open and flexible, able to work in wide-ranging UI art and workflow problem spaces with various styles and team sizes.

The ideal candidate will work closely with other artists and our client partners to support and augment asset workflows. As the main bridge between design and implementation, both at the studio and with our clients, the UI Technical Artist will be responsible for developing and maintaining solutions to complex visual scenarios, which includes ensuring timely and efficient communication, thinking creatively, and successfully delivering milestones.

What You'll Do:

• Art & Design Integration: Ensure that UX flows and UI visuals work in alignment with good design practices and client expectations.

• UI & Design Implementation: Translate gameplay and UX requirements into functional, in-engine UI systems, ensuring designs are visually consistent, performant, and player-friendly.

• Technical Problem-Solving: Develop solutions for complex UI scenarios, leveraging your knowledge of shaders, engine workflows, and UI optimization techniques.

• Cross-Discipline Collaboration: Work closely with designers, artists, engineers, and client partners to align creative vision with technical execution—unblocking obstacles and balancing artistic goals with production realities.

• Pipeline Development: Build and maintain efficient UI and asset workflows, ensuring that tools, templates, and processes are optimized for quality and speed.

• Iteration & Feedback: Participate in design reviews, incorporate feedback quickly, and proactively identify opportunities for polish and improvement.

What We Value:

• Design & Art Mastery: Deep understanding of visual principles, interaction design, information architecture, and accessibility best practices, combined with strong knowledge of UI art asset creation pipelines, style guides, and implementation workflows.

• Drive for Excellence: A commitment to meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every visual element is crafted with precision to achieve a flawless, pixel-perfect aesthetic.

• Player-Centric Mindset: Empathy for players’ needs and behaviours, with a passion for delivering seamless, intuitive, and visually engaging experiences.

• Collaboration: Strong communication and facilitation skills, with a track record of building trust and working effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

• Creative Problem-Solving: Ability to translate complex systems into elegant, usable interfaces without compromising on aesthetics or performance.

• Operational Resilience: The ability to navigate complex or less-than-ideal project environments, streamlining communication and optimising impact to set projects up for success.

What You’ll Bring:

• 3+ years of experience as a UI Tech Artist, UI Tech Designer, or similar role in game development.

• Proven track record of shipping at least one game through to release; bonus points for console certification experience (Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5).

• Strong proficiency of shaders as applied to UI (e.g. Unreal Material Blueprints, HLSL)

• Experience with UI implementation in game engines (e.g. Unreal Engine UMG, Unity UI systems).

• Working knowledge of UI asset authoring tools (e.g. Figma, Adobe Suite.)

• Understanding of game engine concepts such as composition, inheritance, and asset optimization.

• Passion for continuous improvement and upskilling in both technical and creative domains.
  

What we can offer:

• Hybrid Working Arrangement: As a member of our team, you’ll have the flexibility to work at home and collaborate with your fellow engineers in person!

• Competitive Salary and Benefits Package: Your health and wellbeing is important to us, so we offer a variety of benefits including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching

  • Annual Leave, Plus 9 Paid Holidays and Winter Break Office Closure

• Annual Research Credit: We always encourage personal growth, so we provide all of our team members with an annual credit to further enhance your skills!

• Professional Development: We offer biannual reviews, as well as opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, internal tech talks, and the chance to learn from specialists with backgrounds from across the games and software development industries.

• Work-Life Balance: We really believe that home life comes first and we promote a flexible working environment. And as an added bonus: We don’t crunch!

• Family Friendly: We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer 6 weeks full of Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave to support you during this exciting time!

• Office Perks: In addition to everything above, we also provide:

  • Weekly Team Lunches (plus Snacks!)

  • Fully Equipped Team Lounge, Including our Favorite Consoles and Games

  • And, most importantly, a supportive and creative working environment made up of talented and friendly people, as well as the opportunity to work on some pretty cool games and projects – if we do say so ourselves!

A Friendly Note from the Recruitment Team:

Let us do the work for you: Even if your profile isn’t an exact match for all of the qualifications listed above, we still want you to apply. Our team members come from a variety of different industries, not all of which are immediately relevant to game or software development, and we welcome all candidates of similarly varied backgrounds, communities, and identities.

Rocket Science is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a worry-free workplace void of discrimination or harassment. Rocket Scientists are expected to foster and champion an environment in which everyone has the opportunity to feel included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.

The salary for this role is typically within the range of $75,000 - $125,000/year. Please note that this range includes multiple levels of experience and actual pay will ultimately be contingent upon a variety of factors, including your own combination of experience, skills, and qualifications.

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