Lead 3D Technical Artist / Project Manager

Role Summary

• As a Senior Technical Artist & Project Manager, you will lead the development of high-fidelity 3D assets and oversee project execution across multiple clients.
• This hybrid role combines hands-on expertise in CAD-to-AR/VR asset pipelines, real-time rendering, and WebGL/Digital Twin workflows with cross-functional leadership.
• You'll define best practices, coach producers and testers, and ensure quality and performance for immersive XR experiences.

Primary Responsibilities (70%)

• Lead pipeline architecture for CAD and engineering data conversion into WebGL/XR-ready assets
• Manage and mentor a team of 3D artists, technical content creators, and pipeline engineers
• Define and enforce stringent asset optimization and performance standards for real-time delivery
• Oversee end-to-end project execution: scoping, scheduling, quality, and client Communication
• Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams for seamless integration into XR/Web apps

Secondary Responsibilities (30%)

• Optimize models, textures, and shaders (e.g., PBR workflows, LOD) for real-time rendering
• Assist with scripting or tool creation (Python, C#) for automating asset conversion processes
• Provide technical guidance to frontend and backend engineers for rendering and integration
• Contribute to scoping new digital twin and immersive XR client projects

Technical Skills

• 3D Tools: Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, Substance Painter/Designer
• Pipeline & Runtime Expertise: WebGL, Three.js, Unity, Unreal, glTF /FBX, CAD conversion workflows
• Shader & Performance Optimization: Real-time lighting, PBR materials, culling, LOD systems
• Automation & Scripting: Python, MEL, C# for pipeline tools
• Project Tools: Jira, Trello, Confluence, Gantt charts, version control (Git, SVN)

Qualifications

• Education

  : Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Graphics, Animation, Engineering, or related field

• Experience

  : ~8+ years of industry experience, with at least 2+ years in leadership or technical artist roles

• Domain Exposure

  : Proven experience in digital twin, WebGL/XR pipelines, CAD-to-AR/VR workflows, enterprise visualization

• Leadership & Communication

  : Track record of guiding teams, engaging stakeholders, and working with clientsWhat We Offer
• A strategic leadership role in a domain-leading XR/3D startup
• Exposure to advanced projects in CAD conversion, digital twins, and enterprise XR platforms
• High autonomy and impact within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.