Senior 3D Modeler - SpeedTree & Landscape Visualization Expert
Are you passionate about creating photorealistic plant models and optimizing 3D environmental assets? Our innovative landscape design platform seeks an accomplished Senior 3D Modeler to accelerate our vegetation modeling pipeline. You'll craft sophisticated botanical assets for an intelligent placement system that transforms how property owners and landscape designers visualize and plan outdoor spaces.
About The Project
Our cutting-edge platform enables users to define boundaries of residential plots and houses, then automatically generates optimal plant placement recommendations based on environmental conditions. Your meticulously crafted 3D models will constitute the core botanical library powering this visualization technology, helping clients make informed decisions about landscape design without requiring technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop high-quality, performance-optimized 3D plant and vegetation models using SpeedTree 9 and complementary industry-standard tools.
- Create low-poly variations of models that preserve visual fidelity while ensuring efficient rendering performance.
- Design detailed textures for all vegetation assets utilizing modern PBR workflows and material systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to integrate models seamlessly into our platform's rendering pipeline.
- Optimize 3D assets for real-time visualization, striking the ideal balance between visual quality and performance requirements.
- Document modeling methodologies and maintain meticulously organized asset libraries.
- Participate in regular team reviews to align on artistic direction and technical specifications.
- Contribute to the continuous evolution and expansion of our vegetation library and modeling workflows.
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience with SpeedTree for creating detailed plant and vegetation models.
- Demonstrated proficiency in low-poly modeling techniques specifically for real-time applications.
- Comprehensive understanding of texturing workflows using industry tools like Substance Painter/Designer.
- Impressive portfolio showcasing realistic vegetation and environmental assets.
- Proven track record optimizing 3D assets for real-time rendering environments.
- Strong grasp of rendering pipelines and performance considerations for interactive applications.
- Effective communication skills for working directly with artists, designers, and DevOps professionals.
- English proficiency at B2+ level for clear team communication.
- Self-directed work ethic with exceptional ability to manage priorities independently.
Nice to Have
- Experience with Unreal Engine 5 environment creation and advanced rendering techniques.
- Technical artist capabilities, particularly in developing automated asset pipelines.
- Extensive knowledge of Blueprint visual scripting system within Unreal Engine.
- Experience integrating 3D assets with REST APIs and networked applications.
- Proficiency with Jira for project management and issue tracking.
- Comfortable working with Git or similar version control systems.
- Background in or knowledge of landscape architecture or botanical sciences.
- Experience with procedural modeling and generative design techniques.
Why Join Our Team
Working with us, you'll be at the forefront of innovation in landscape visualization technology. You'll enjoy the flexibility of remote work while contributing to a product that helps property owners and landscape professionals create beautiful, sustainable outdoor environments. Our collaborative culture values creativity, technical excellence, and continuous professional development. Your 3D modeling expertise will directly impact how users worldwide visualize and enhance their living spaces, creating meaningful environmental impact through thoughtful landscape design.