Summary: Join the Technical Art Team at Meta and work on cutting-edge technology that shapes the future of Avatars in social platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and Horizon. You'll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of Avatars for 2D, VR, and AR platforms. As a Technical Artist, you will be partnering closely with Art and Engineering teams to develop state-of-the-art tools and pipelines to build the foundational technology for Meta’s next generation Avatars. This journey promises innovation, creativity, and the opportunity to impact billions of users.Required Skills: Technical Artist, Metaverse Responsibilities:
Partner closely with Art, Design and Engineering teams to define and develop Avatars technologies for Meta’s products and apps.
Design, implement, and maintain the corresponding art and animation pipelines.
Optimize content for performance and share best practices with cross-functional partners.
Collaborate, iterate and align with cross-functional leads.
Minimum Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:
Problem-solving skills – understanding the underlying technology and tools necessary to power an advanced avatar system
Experience with Python, C#, or C in complex real-time 3D applications and game engines (e.g. Unreal, Unity)
Proven track record for developing artist pipelines and/or animation systems
Portfolio showcasing 3D Art and rigging experience in a DCC (e.g. Maya)
Experience working in a multidisciplinary environment solving complex problems
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications:
Experience optimizing for large scale games
Knowledge of emerging technologies, including XR, AI, USD
Knowledge of parametric 3D content creation
Public Compensation: $130,000/year to $180,000/year + bonus + equity + benefitsIndustry: InternetEqual Opportunity: Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.