Senior/Expert Technical Artist (Characters) (F/H/NB)
UbisoftParis, Ile-de-France, France
Posted February 27, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Ubisoft is a global video-game publisher and developer renowned for creating iconic franchises such as Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Tom Clancy titles. The company's core operations span game design, programming, level design, art, audio, and production, supported by robust marketing, community management, and transmedia initiatives. Ubisoft emphasizes diverse, cross-cultural collaboration to drive innovation and deliver immersive, memorable experiences across consoles, PC, and mobile platforms. Its commitment to pushing entertainment boundaries and fostering inclusive perspectives sets it apart as a leader in the interactive entertainment industry.
Job Description
Ubisoft Paris is seeking a Senior or Expert Technical Character Artist to contribute to the visual and technical development of characters in an ambitious AAA universe. The successful candidate will have significant experience in game production, excellent mastery of real-time shaders, and good Python scripting skills.
Requirements
- Solid expertise in 3D character creation, integration, and optimization in a game engine
- Excellent mastery of real-time shaders and rendering principles applied to characters
- Good Python scripting skills, particularly for Houdini, Maya, or 3ds Max
- Good understanding of character artistic pipelines and their technical constraints
- Mastery of Substance Designer, Substance Painter, Maya, 3DS Max, and Blender
- Confirmed experience in character rigging, including collaboration with animation and deformation systems
- Ability to analyze, resolve, and debug complex technical issues independently
- Developed artistic sense and attention to visual quality and final polish
- Excellent communication skills (French/English), with a collaborative and proactive approach
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Relocation Assistance