Technical Artist II

IGT , where innovation meets entertainment on a global scale! From the casino floor to your mobile screen, we deliver thrilling, responsible, and unforgettable gaming experiences—powered by world‑class content, strong technical and commercial capabilities and nurtured by a culture of collaboration, accountability, and ownership.

Whether it’s spinning reels, placing bets, or enabling secure payments, we turn innovation into impact through disciplined execution and long‑term value creation. With a team of over 6,000 employees across 30+ countries and products delivered in more than 100 jurisdictions worldwide, we operate at scale while staying closely connected to costumers we serve. If you’re ready to bring your talent to a team shaping the future of entertainment, your next big move starts here - www.igt.com .

🌍 Role Overview

🌍 Hiring location: Reno, Nevada, USA

📋 Employment type: Full-time position through employment contract

✅ Requirement: Candidates must be legally authorized to work full-time in the United States

💻 Work setup: Hybrid, connected to the IGT office in

We are looking for a Technical Artist (Unity) at a developing (P2) level who is passionate about game development and visual presentation. This role is ideal for individuals with foundational experience in Unity, VFX, and game pipelines, who are eager to grow and contribute to high-quality gaming products.

The candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams including artists, engineers, and producers to support development, improve workflows, and ensure high-quality delivery of game features.

🎯 What You Will Do

• Support development of game features and presentation elements within Unity
• Work on VFX elements including particle systems, shaders, and materials
• Assist in test planning, edge-case validation, and QA support
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and smooth delivery
• Communicate project status, risks, and challenges effectively
• Contribute to debugging and resolving game scene or performance issues
• Support implementation of features ensuring they are testable and meet quality standards
• Participate in design discussions and contribute to feature planning
  
  

🛠️ Skills & Responsibilities

• Work with Unity tools including particle systems, shaders, and visual effects
• Apply standard workflows and development practices
• Maintain and update workflows using project management tools
• Identify and communicate risks related to performance and visual clarity
• Manage tasks effectively and meet delivery timelines
• Support integration and testing of game features
  
  

📚 What We’re Looking For

Must Have

• Basic understanding of game development concepts (UI, lighting, game rules, etc.)
• Experience or familiarity with Unity (VFX, shaders, materials)
• Knowledge of Agile workflows and collaboration tools
• Ability to debug and troubleshoot common issues with guidance
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of multiple product types (e.g., Stepper, Video games)
  
  

Nice To Have

• Exposure to different SDKs or game engines
• Experience working across multiple platforms or cabinet types
• Familiarity with performance optimization in Unity
  
  

🚀 Experience

• Experience contributing to features or fixes within a project
• Participation in feature design with guidance from senior team members
• Exposure to full project lifecycle (at least one project contribution)
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (artists, engineers, QA)
• Involvement in troubleshooting issues and improving workflows
  
  

💡 Key Competencies

• Strong learning mindset and adaptability
• Ability to work independently with guidance
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Effective communication and collaboration
• Strong learning mindset and adaptability
• Ability to work independently with guidance
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Effective communication and collaboration
  
  

At IGT, we believe compensation should be as individual as you are, reflecting your skills, experience, background, and location. For this role, the starting compensation range is $58,380 to $108,600, with flexibility to adjust higher or lower based on the full scope of qualifications. We proudly comply with all applicable local pay transparency laws and collective bargaining agreements.

And Compensation Is Just The Beginning. Our Total Rewards Program Is Designed To Support Your Success, Both Professionally And Personally, And May Include

• Commission opportunities for eligible sales roles
• Discretionary bonus potential for non-sales positions
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and disability insurance
• A 401(k) Savings Plan with company contributions to help you plan for the future
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and growth
• Paid time off to rest, recharge, and reset
• Wellness programs that support your overall well-being
• Identity theft protection for added peace of mind