Job Opportunities in Canada

A snapshot of your role:

• Develop and maintain a suite of scalable tools for content creators using Maya API, Python, and Qt (or Py Qt), ensuring seamless workflows across diverse teams.
• Refactor and extend existing pipelines, ensuring they are flexible, scalable, and functional in multiple environments beyond specific internal infrastructures.
• Work closely with artists, designers, and engineers to ensure tools meet the needs of the team, streamlining content creation across character, environment, and animation workflows.
• Act as a technical problem-solver, providing support to the team and troubleshooting pipeline and tool issues as they arise.
• Collaborate with external partners to ensure tools and pipelines meet the quality standards and expectations.
• Contribute to the development backlog, ensuring tools are optimized, user-friendly, and capable of working within custom engine environments.
• Stay adaptable and work autonomously within a new team, focusing on innovative solutions while maintaining open communication and collaboration.

Sound like you? This is what we're looking for:

• 5+ years of experience in a Technical Artist role, with a strong emphasis on tools and pipeline development.
• Extensive experience with Maya API and Python; familiarity with Qt or Py Qt is required.
• Proven track record of building scalable tools and pipelines for content creators, supporting teams of varying sizes.
• Ability to refactor pipelines to operate in multiple environments, free from specific dependencies.
• A background in technical art is preferred, but candidates with a strong developer background will also be considered.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a larger team effort.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.

• Experience with C++
• Familiarity with Unreal Engine
• General knowledge of procedural content generation techniques

And here is why we think you'll love working at Sky Box Labs:

• Annual bonus and up to 3% RRSP matching available
• Comprehensive health benefits, along with a supportive Parental Leave policy
• Flexible hybrid and remote working arrangements: leverage our beautiful studio spaces as needed, and use our $400 work-from-home allowance to make your home office comfortable
• Take care of your mental health with our Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks of vacation leave, and our free gym at our Burnaby Studio
• We relentlessly support your growth and development! Level up your C++ skills at Sky Box University, explore other disciplines through our Guild Program, and expand your game dev knowledge with Lunch & Learns. You’ll join a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and personal growth.
• Social events! Have fun with the team at trivia nights, karaoke nights, movie nights, and various group activities. Join our soccer team, game jams, or a board game sesh after work. You name it, we’ve got it!
• You’ll contribute to industry-leading titles, from legendary AAA franchises to Original IP