Applied Intuition is hiring a 3D Technical Artist Manager to lead and grow a team building our high-fidelity, real-time simulation environments for autonomous systems. You will define best practices for asset workflows, rendering, and visual quality, partnering closely with product and content teams to shape our roadmap and standards.
What You'll Do
- Lead a team of technical artists building tools and pipelines for simulation content.
- Define and evolve best practices for real-time asset workflows, rendering, and visual quality.
- Partner with product and content teams to shape roadmap, priorities, and quality standards.
- Guide the development of features like procedural content, materials, and lighting systems.
- Ensure simulation environments are performant, scalable, and visually compelling.
- Collaborate with external partners and internal teams to scale 3D content production.
- Mentor team members, support career growth, and help grow the technical art function.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of experience as a technical artist or in a related 3D content creation role.
- 2+ years leading or managing a team of technical artists or similar roles.
- Strong proficiency with real-time 3D engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity, or proprietary tools).
- Deep understanding of asset optimization, PBR, shaders, VFX, and visual fidelity.
- Experience with tool development using Python, C#, or similar scripting languages.
- Excellent cross-functional communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Nice to Have
- Experience with autonomous systems, digital twins, or simulation.
- Familiarity with procedural generation (i.e. Houdini).
- Knowledge of GIS, HD maps, or photogrammetry.
- Experience managing content pipelines or working with external vendors.
Technical Stack
- Unreal Engine
- Unity
- Python
- C#
- Houdini
Team & Environment
You will partner with simulation product managers, 3D artists, and rendering experts.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $204,000 to $343,000 USD annually + equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units.
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage.
- 401k retirement benefits with employer match.
- Learning and wellness stipends.
- Paid time off.
Work Mode
This role is onsite in Mountain View, California, United States.
Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. They will abide by regulations prohibiting discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
