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Are you a creative and passionate game developer with a love for all things space? If so, we want you on our team to help us continue making the best space games in the industry!

At ROCKFISH Games, we specialize in creating games that push the boundaries of what’s possible in the space genre. For over a decade, we’ve been providing space game fans with immersive star systems to explore that are filled with exciting spaceship battles and sci-fi adventures.

From exploring derelict space stations and strange new planets to epic battles in deep space our EVERSPACE series is full of excitement and wonder. We’re looking for talented game developers who’d like to join us in expanding our universe through new PC and console adventures, rocket-propelled by Unreal Engine 5.

If fast-paced space combat in the best tradition of Freelancer combined with 6DOF movement à la Descent and a good dose of fresh ideas is your thing, we would love to hear from you. See our open roles below or reach out with an initiative application if you feel your skills would be a good fit for the ROCKFISH Games team.

VFX Artist (f/m/d)

Are you a master of Unreal Engine, Niagara scripting, and creating complex materials? We’re on the lookout for a talented VFX Artist to join our incredible team at ROCKFISH Games. We push the boundaries of gaming and create unforgettable experiences, and we need someone with a passion for visual effects to help us make our games truly spectacular. If you thrive on crafting breathtaking visual effects and want to be part of our adventure, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

As part of the VFX team, you’ll be the creative powerhouse behind the stunning visual effects in our upcoming games. From mesmerizing explosions to subtle environmental effects, your expertise will bring our virtual worlds to life. Join us in creating effects that captivate players, enhance storytelling, and elevate our games to new heights!

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement high-quality visual effects that enhance the player’s experience and immersion in the game
  • Collaborate closely with designers, artists, and engineers to ensure the visual effects align with the overall vision of the game
  • Optimize visual effects for performance without sacrificing quality, ensuring smooth gameplay
  • Author and integrate highly optimized game assets
  • Utilize Unreal Engine’s Niagara system and scripting to create complex and dynamic effects
  • Create and refine materials using Unreal Engine to achieve the desired visual fidelity

Requirements

  • Professional experience with Unreal Engine
  • High proficiency in Niagara and Niagara scripting
  • High proficiency in creating complex Unreal materials
  • Ability to author highly optimized game assets
  • Good knowledge of Unreal Blueprints
  • Basic understanding of HLSL/GLSL shader language
  • Proficiency in German

Bonus Skills

  • Passion for gaming
  • Experience with Houdini
  • Experience with Substance Designer
  • Experience with Blender
  • Knowledge of Physically Based Rendering (PBR)
Start date: immediately

Apply Now!

ROCKFISH Games GmbH

Eduardstraße 46 – 48
20257 Hamburg
Germany

(+49)40.854.106-100

jobs[at]rockfishgames.com

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