Technical Artist
Company: Gearbox Software
Location: Frisco
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
The Gearbox Entertainment Company is an award-winning creator
and distributor of entertainment for people around the world.
Gearbox Entertainment develops and publishes products through its
subsidiaries, Gearbox Software and Gearbox Publishing. Gearbox
Entertainment has become widely known for successful game
franchises including Brothers in Arms and Borderlands, as well as
acquired properties Duke Nukem and Homeworld. Gearbox’s ambition is
to entertain the world and its key driving objectives include the
pursuit of happiness for our talent, partners and customers, the
prioritization of entertainment and creativity and a measured
respect for profitability. For more information, visit
www.Gearbox.com. Gearbox Software is looking for a skilled and
motivated Technical Artist to create complex art systems, effects,
and shaders for our projects. The Technical Artist role is meant to
bridge the gap between art and programming, integrating art content
and features while honoring the artistic vision and technical
constraints. Skills & Requirements Responsibilities: Work with
artists to create best practices and optimal workflows. Communicate
and work closely with programmers to develop new engine features.
Analyze memory/performance concerns throughout a project's
development Create efficient and user friendly Master Materials and
Material Functions for use in game. Author and maintain Scripts,
Blueprints , and Houdini Digital Assets to be used by artists in
our content creation applications. Streamline Workflow by
proactively finding solutions and by working with production.
Research and Develop prototypes for art pipelines and help bring
your coworkers’ ideas to life. Required Skills: Working knowledge
of a 3D modeling application, the Substance Suite, and Photoshop.
Able to collaborate and work well with teams from various
disciplines. Create shippable quality content that is memory
efficient and performant. Problem-Solve and provide a clear
solution to complicated issues. Ability to think out-of-the-box to
overcome technical challenges. Ability to self-direct and be
autonomous when it is required. Desired Skills: 3 Years of industry
experience. Working knowledge of 3Ds Max Working knowledge of the
Unreal Engine. Working knowledge of Houdini and the creation of
Houdini Digital Assets. Working knowledge of Python and the ability
to quickly learn similar scripting languages, if required.
Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following artistic
disciplines: Environment/Level Art, Visual Effects, Surface Art,
Lighting Experience with current generation platforms (Xbox One,
PlayStation 4) Experience with other popular or proprietary engines
(Unity, etc) Strong balance of creative/visual aesthetics and
technical skills. Applicants who cannot provide a portfolio,
website, or reel will not be considered. Gearbox Entertainment
believes that all team members should be able to enjoy a work
environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment.
We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the world we strive
to entertain. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide fair and
equal treatment to all team members and applicants. We do not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin,
disability, genetic information, pregnancy or maternity, veteran
status, or any other status protected by applicable national,
federal, state or local law.
Keywords: Gearbox Software, Dallas , Technical Artist, Design, Graphic Design & CAD , Frisco, Texas
