Full-Time

Principal Procedural Technical Artist

Updated on 4/9/2024

PlayStation Global

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops gaming consoles and accessories

Hardware

Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$170,100 - $255,100Annually

+ Bonus

Expert

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Required Skills

Communications

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in computer-generated art
Expertise of 3D math fundamentals
Expert knowledge of Houdini and best practices in procedural asset creation
Familiar with artist workflows and processes
Strong understanding of algorithm design and their inherent complexity
Proficient scripting/programming experience in Python, PyQT/PySide
Ability to write clean, maintainable and extensible code with attention to reusability
Enthusiasm and initiative
Excellent spoken and written communication
Able and motivated to work with other team members

Responsibilities

Research, define, extend, and maintain production pipelines, processes, and workflows
Interface with stakeholders. Liaise between team members; drive collaborative projects
Troubleshoot issues; resolve them: invent or build robust, quality technical implementations
Participate in art asset reviews to help identify technical concerns or risks
Work closely with artists and designers to develop/define procedural systems and improve their workflows
Educate team members as well as driving profiling automation and workflows

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

Join the award-winning team that created God of War

Santa Monica Studio is seeking an experienced Procedural Technical Artist for the development of a new unannounced title!

You are into games – you love playing them and you love making them. And you’re half coder and half artist – you get both, you help each understand the other, and you can translate from art to tech and back again, so everyone gets the most out of the tools and knows what to ask for to get awesome art up onto the screen.

Responsibilities

Research, define, extend, and maintain production pipelines, processes, and workflows
Interface with stakeholders. Liaise between team members; drive collaborative projects
Troubleshoot issues; resolve them: invent or build robust, quality technical implementations
Participate in art asset reviews to help identify technical concerns or risks
Work closely with artists and designers to develop/define procedural systems and improve their workflows
Educate team members as well as driving profiling automation and workflows

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in computer-generated art
Expertise of 3D math fundamentals
Expert knowledge of Houdini and best practices in procedural asset creation
Familiar with artist workflows and processes
Strong understanding of algorithm design and their inherent complexity
Proficient scripting/programming experience in Python, PyQT/PySide
Ability to write clean, maintainable and extensible code with attention to reusability
Enthusiasm and initiative
Excellent spoken and written communication
Able and motivated to work with other team members

Preferred Experience

Industry experience working or shipping AAA titles
Programming experience with C++
Experience in design or creating world building toolsets
Expert ability in 3D modelling DCCs such as Maya or equivalent

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At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$170,100—$255,100 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

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PlayStation Global

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PlayStation offers a range of gaming consoles, accessories, and immersive experiences, including the PS5 console, DualSense controllers with haptic feedback, and the PS VR2 with 4K HDR visuals, known for delivering cutting-edge gaming technology and experiences to millions of fans worldwide. The main technologies used in the products include haptic feedback, 4K HDR visuals, and state-of-the-art graphics.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Foster City, California

Founded

1994

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -15%

1 year growth

↓ -26%

2 year growth

↓ -24%

Benefits

Health and wellness: Medical (PPO, HDHP, and HMO), dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, education reimbursement program, wellness reimbursement, identity theft protection, basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, business travel accident insurance, 4.5% 401(k) match, commuter program, additional voluntary programs (group legal, pet insurance, auto and home insruance), onsite flu shots and biometric screenings

Family and time off: 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, paid parental leave, adoption assistance program, 529 college savings plan match, back-up child care, parental and elder care coaching

Perks: Sony product discounts, passport perks program, monthly $10 Playstation Network voucher, employee referral bonus, game launch events