• Environment Artist

    TEKsystems (Burlingame, CA)


    Summary:

    We are looking for a highly skilled Environment Artist to craft immersive, visually stunning environments for interactive experiences. This role requires a strong focus on realism, while also demonstrating versatility across a range of styles—from photorealistic to stylized. The ideal candidate has a diverse portfolio showcasing adaptability, creativity, and technical expertise in building compelling worlds.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Design and develop detailed 3D environments that balance realism with artistic vision.

    + Create assets for diverse settings, including natural landscapes, architectural spaces, and stylized worlds.

    + Collaborate with art directors and designers to ensure environments align with creative and technical requirements.

    + Prepare concept sketches, blockouts, and final models for production.

    + Optimize assets for performance without compromising visual fidelity.

    + Work across the full production pipeline—from pre-production to final delivery.

    Required Skills:

    + Strong artistic sense with the ability to create realistic and stylized environments.

    + Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Maya, Blender, and game engines (Unity or Unreal Engine).

    + Solid understanding of lighting, composition, and material creation for realistic rendering.

    + Ability to adapt to different art styles and maintain consistency across projects.

    + Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

    Education & Experience:

    + Associate’s degree in design or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

    + 3–5 years of experience in environment art for games or interactive media.

    + At least one shipped title with a focus on environmental or prop design.

    + Experience with both hard-surface and organic modeling.

    + Familiarity with PBR workflows and optimization for real-time rendering.

    + Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and take on multiple roles when needed.

    Technical Skills:

    + Maya

    + Blender

    + Unity / Unreal Engine

    + Game engine workflows

    + 3D modeling and texturing

     

    Experience Level: Expert

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Burlingame, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully remote position.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 3, 2025.

    h4>About TEKsystems:

    We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

    About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

    We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.