DigitalFish has an immediate need for a TECHNICAL ARTIST – MATERIALS AND SHADING to help us create the future of user experiences in mixed reality (AR/VR/MR).

You will be working with the FACEBOOK AR/VR group on emerging platforms to bring new AR experiences that take advantage of recent advances in computer vision, machine learning and AI. DigitalFish has long been a trusted partner of leading digital media companies, and we are at the center of their efforts to build a new generation of platforms and experiences. Current and past customers include FACEBOOK, GOOGLE, PIXAR, DREAMWORKS, ACTIVISION, LEGO, DISNEY/ESPN, NASA and many others.

At DigitalFish, you'll have a unique opportunity to help lead this invention of the future of design, entertainment and play on multiple fronts.

Ideal candidates have 3-5 years relevant work experience, but if you think you're right for this position, contact us; we'll listen.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Author new shaders and prototype imaginative scenes for AR experiences
• Create amazing post-processing effects on a live video feed
• Develop new techniques to represent non-photorealistic styles
• Setup lighting systems and materials for other artists in Unity
• Bake out simulations in Maya or Houdini to Unity
• Work with the Art Director to capture the vision of the concept art
• Document shading libraries, tools and common practices

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• BS/BA in Computer Science or related engineering field
• 3-5 years production work experience in games or film, ideally in a VFX role
• Proficient use of GLSL, HLSL or similar shading language
• Experienced with Unity shader pipeline
• Past experience with Maya and Houdini
• Knowledge of Unity particle system creation
• Proficient in linear algebra, with practical knowledge of transformations using matrices, vectors, and quaternions
• Familiarity with real-time graphics methods and constraints
• Knowledge of Compute shaders a plus
• Experience with agile development practices, source control, QA processes
• Distributed team development experience is a plus
• Excellent communication skills to work with multi-functional teams
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Competitive salary plus equity per qualifications
• Full benefits with excellent health plan
• Ability to influence product and features built on cutting-edge technologies
• Enormous opportunity for learning and professional growth
• Work with a well-respected, creative and talented group of experts in graphics and animation

LOCATION

This is a full-time position on-site in Menlo Park, CA with free transportation available from much of the Bay Area.

DIGITALFISH IS NOT ABLE TO SPONSOR IMMIGRATION PETITIONS FOR THIS ROLE AT THIS TIME. We are an equal opportunity employer and are hiring immediately. We look forward to hearing from you!