Location: Hong Kong
Type: Full Time

The Role

As a 3D Game Artist at Nex, you will be at the heart of bringing our visually engaging, active-play content to life. You are a versatile creator who understands the entire 3D pipeline—from modeling and rigging to in-engine implementation. In this role, you will use your hands-on experience with Unity to create optimized, dynamic environments and characters that react beautifully to player movement. You'll collaborate closely with designers, developers, and animators to ensure seamless integration of assets, making sure our games not only look fantastic but run flawlessly on the Nex Playground system.

What You'll Do

• Produce high-quality 3D game art, characters, environments, and supporting assets, ensuring they are perfectly integrated for in-game use and under the desired art direction.
• Develop and implement particle systems, animations, and other dynamic visual elements directly within Unity.
• Create custom shaders and stunning visual effects using Unity Shader Graph to give our games their unique, vibrant look.
• Rigorously optimize 3D game assets, textures, and visual elements to ensure smooth, high-framerate performance across our platforms.
• Work hand-in-hand with the broader game development team (engineers, designers, and animators) to ensure a seamless pipeline from concept to final visual content.

Requirements (What We're Looking For)

• Proven experience in 3D modeling and 3D rigging, with a portfolio that showcases your ability to build game-ready assets.
• Comfortable working inside the Unity engine, particularly with asset integration, particle systems, and Shader Graph.
• Understand the technical constraints of game development and know how to balance visual fidelity with strict performance and optimization budgets.
• Strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working cross-functionally to solve creative and technical challenges.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with Spine 2D for integrating 2D animations into a Unity environment.
• Experience developing games for family-friendly audiences or motion-based platforms.
• A passion for active play and a desire to create games that get people off the couch and moving.

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Location: Hong Kong
Type: Full Time
Reports to: Sr. Director, Design 

The Role

We are looking for a skilled VFX Artist to join our team and help create immersive, dynamic, and deeply satisfying gameplay experiences. In this role, you'll bridge the gap between art and engineering, bringing stunning visual effects, polish, and tactile gameplay feedback to life in Unity.

You'll work closely with the art director, designers, artists, and engineers to develop and implement real-time effects, visual feedback systems, and environmental interactions that heighten player immersion and reinforce the impact of gameplay actions. The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge of Unity's rendering and shader systems with a keen artistic eye for timing, motion, and visual feedback to make every moment feel alive and rewarding.

What You'll Do

• Implement real-time visual effects (e.g., impact feedback, slashes, dashes, explosions or magic) using Unity's VFX Graph, Particle System, and Shader Graph (or custom shaders).
• Collaborate with designers to amplify game feel, ensuring player actions are satisfying, readable and responsive.
• Optimize visual effects for performance while maintaining high artistic quality.
• Develop tools, scripts, and shaders to streamline asset integration and improve artist workflows.
• Work with environment artists and designers to enhance environmental storytelling through lighting, VFX, and dynamic world elements.
• Collaborate with character artists and designers to enrich character visuals using shaders, special effects, and dynamic components.
• Troubleshoot rendering, lighting, and material issues and propose creative technical solutions.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Technical Artist or VFX Artist in Unity-based game production.
• Solid understanding of real-time rendering, materials and shader creation.
• Strong grasp of timing, motion, and visual rhythm to enhance moment-to-moment player feedback.
• Experience with performance optimization techniques (profiling, LOD, draw call reduction, shader optimization, etc.)
• Proficiency with C# scripting to implement and control visual systems.
• A collaborative mindset, comfortable bridging the gap between the art and development teams.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to finding solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and artistic audiences.
• Passion for creating high quality and deeply satisfying experiences that touches players.
• Curiosity and drive for continuous learning and growth.

Pluses

• Extensive knowledge of game performance optimization and provide guidance on art assets best practices. +++
• Be able to plan and maintain rendering budget with artists for individual project's requirement. ++
• Ability to design and concept VFX art. ++++
• Expertise with Unity’s render pipelines and the ability to customize them for specific hardware and project needs. ++
• Knowledge and experience in UI animations and UI VFX. ++
• Knowledge and experience in 3D animations pipeline, e.g. rigging, animating. ++

Location: Remote (USA & Canada only — PST hours preferred) with some office travel required
Annual salary: USD 125,000 - USD 175,000
Type: Full Time
Reports to: Director of Product Design

The Role

We are looking for a talented and motivated Product Designer to own the design and user experience (UX) of Playground. This role will be critical in creating an engaging, family-friendly interface that enhances how users interact with Playground. You will collaborate closely with our product and engineering teams to design and iterate on experiences that support our mission to connect families through fun and physical activity. Using first principles thinking, you’ll be tirelessly seeking opportunities to improve the first-time user experience, the core browsing experience, and other features intended to engage and retain users.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for the OS, focusing on user needs, usability, and delightful interactions for both kids and adults.
• Design and prototype the UI/UX for our custom Android-based operating system, including navigation, settings, and play modes.
• Design user-friendly web-based features that allow users to manage their Playground account off-device
• Work closely with product leaders, engineers, and marketers to understand requirements, align on objectives, and deliver innovative design solutions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs for new features. Collaborate with engineering to refine designs based on feedback and testing.
• Work to build more consistent practice around team-wide customer empathy by participating in and leading research and testing
• Conduct user research and usability testing to validate design decisions, identify pain points, and iterate on solutions.
• Help build and maintain a consistent design language and design system for both the OS and web platforms.
• Conduct regular audits and usability testing to ensure the design system meets user needs and maintains a high level of quality.
• Advocate for the value and importance of a design system to stakeholders across the company.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in product design, UI/UX design, or a similar role.
• Experience with software development and the processes and practices associated with it.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating experience in interaction design, visual design, and user experience, with a focus on consumer-facing digital products.
• An eye for high-quality, well-crafted visual and interaction design.
• Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch or similar.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and advocate for user-centered design.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• A knack for figuring out ambiguous problems and shaping them into clear goals.
• Passion for creating engaging experiences for families, children, and friends.

Nice To Have

• Experience designing operating systems, or 10-foot UI experiences.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Familiarity with designing for entertainment experiences with a library of content that is curated and editorialized.
• Knowledge of design systems and creating reusable design components.

Location: Hong Kong
Type: Full Time
Reports to: Sr. Director, Design 

The Role

As a UI / UX Designer, you’ll be an important part of the product team to help create motion experiences that engage and delight our users. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp on visual craft with a keen eye for detail. You will be responsible for creating engaging interface designs for motion games and experiences, spanning a variety of styles and age ranges. You’ll collaborate closely with our creative and engineering teams to help create the look and feel of new digital products, from conception to execution.

What You'll Do

• Design visually compelling interfaces: Work with the team to create the look and feel of brand new motion-based family experiences that appeal to a broad audience, from children to parents, across a range of styles.
• Create UI assets for branded experiences: Design UI assets based on the guidelines of our brand partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with the development team to ensure the quality of UI implementation.
• Maintain visual excellence: Uphold a high standard of craft and execution, delivering polished and professional designs in all projects.

What We're Looking For

• Portfolio: Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in UI design, with a focus on visually compelling and well-executed designs.
• Craft: Strong understanding of typography, color theory, layout principles and visual craftsmanship in general.
• Skills: Proficiency in industry-standard design tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch).
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines without compromising on quality.
• Collaboration: Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience: 3+ years of design experience. Previous experience working in the video game industry is a plus, but not required.

Location: Remote (USA & Canada only) with some office travel required
Annual salary: USD 120,000 - USD 145,000
Type: Full Time

The Role

As our Senior Art Director, you will own and evolve the visual expression of the Nex brand across marketing, product launches, and retail touchpoints. You’ll be the highest-level creative individual contributor focused on brand and marketing, balancing hands-on design with creative leadership.

This role is ideal for a senior creative who wants to define creative direction, lead campaign thinking, and raise the bar for visual quality; while still staying close to execution. You’ll partner closely with Marketing, Product, and external agencies to turn strategy into compelling creative work that feels distinctive, playful, and intentional.

What You'll Do

Creative Direction & Brand Stewardship

• Define, uphold, and evolve Nex’s visual language across all brand and marketing channels.
• Set a high bar for craft, clarity, and originality, ensuring all work feels cohesive and on-brand.
• Lead creative concepting for campaigns, product launches, and brand initiatives, from early ideas through execution.
• Provide strong creative judgment and clear feedback to elevate the work of others.

Campaigns & Product Launches

• Lead the creative vision for product launches, including Nex Playground, accessories, and future products.
• Develop campaign concepts, visual systems, and hero moments that scale across channels.
• Oversee execution of launch assets across digital, retail, and owned channels, ensuring creative integrity end-to-end.

Digital & Marketing Channels

• Own the creative direction for Nex’s website, social media, and email marketing.
• Translate marketing strategy into compelling visual storytelling that resonates with parents and families.
• Ensure consistency and quality across all digital touchpoints.

Retail & E-Commerce

• Set creative direction for retail and e-commerce experiences, including PDPs, templates, in-store materials, and marketplaces such as Amazon.
• Balance brand storytelling with performance-driven retail requirements.
• Evolve retail creative standards as the product ecosystem grows.

Collaboration & Execution

• Partner closely with Marketing, Product, and Growth teams to align creative with business goals.
• Direct and collaborate with external agencies, freelancers, and vendors, providing clear creative guidance and feedback.
• Contribute hands-on design work for high-impact initiatives when needed.

What You'll Bring  

Experience

• 7+ years of experience in brand, marketing, or creative roles, either in-house or at an agency.
• Proven experience leading creative direction for campaigns and multi-channel initiatives.
• Experience working with and directing external creative partners.

Skills & Creative Strengths

• Strong conceptual thinking and the ability to translate strategy into compelling visual ideas.
• Excellent taste and attention to detail across typography, layout, color, and composition.
• Fluency in modern design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.), with a focus on ideas and outcomes over tools.
• Ability to both lead creatively and execute hands-on work at a high level.

Collaboration & Mindset

• Clear, thoughtful communicator who gives constructive and actionable feedback.
• Comfortable operating in a small, fast-moving environment with evolving priorities.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for creative outcomes.
• Passion for building a brand that is playful, distinctive, and emotionally resonant.

Portfolio Requirements

• A portfolio demonstrating strong conceptual thinking, visual storytelling, and high-quality execution.
• Examples of campaign-level work and brand systems are strongly preferred.
• Clear articulation of your role in shaping creative direction and outcomes.

Team: Metaverse Cell
Location: Hong Kong or Remote (Preferred: UTC +6 to UTC +10 – works well with Hong Kong hours)
Reports to: Art Director

The Role

We’re looking for a full-time, onsite or remote Senior Game Environment Artist to join our team and help create compelling environments for our interactive experiences. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with the art director, concept artist, tech artist, programmers, and fellow artists to take environments from early concept through final in-engine implementation, with a strong focus on visual quality, performance, and gameplay readability.

As a senior artist, you’ll balance hands-on production with creative problem-solving, help establish visual standards, improve workflows, and support the team in delivering high-quality environments that reinforce gameplay, storytelling, and technical constraints. You’ll play a key role in shaping how our worlds look, feel, and evolve throughout development.

This role is ideal for someone who can work independently when needed, communicates clearly across disciplines, and enjoys taking ownership of environment quality and art pipelines.

What You'll Do

• Create high-quality 3D environments from concept through final in-engine implementation, including architecture, props, and set dressing
• Build, optimize, and maintain assets for real-time performance while preserving strong visual quality
• Assemble, light, and implement environments in Unity
• Collaborate with the art director, concept artist, and tech artist to define and maintain the visual direction
• Work closely with programmers to ensure environments meet technical and performance requirements
• Contribute to world-building through strong composition, lighting, materials, and mood
• Maintain clean, well-organized assets and follow established pipelines and performance guidelines
• Provide constructive feedback and act as a knowledge base and mentor for other artists
• Help maintain production pipelines while meeting schedules and deadlines
• Contribute to defining and improving environment art pipelines and best practices
• Set and uphold visual benchmarks and quality bars

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of professional experience as an Environment Artist in games, with at least one shipped title
• A strong portfolio demonstrating environment art skills, including modeling, texturing, composition, and in-engine implementation
• Proficiency with major 3D content creation tools such as 3ds Max, Maya, or Blender, along with experience using ZBrush and the Adobe texturing suite
• Strong understanding of environment art fundamentals, including scale, proportion, composition, lighting, color theory, and environmental storytelling
• Solid knowledge of environment art workflows, including modular asset creation, optimization, and real-time constraints
• Working knowledge of physically based rendering (PBR) workflows
• Proven ability to create high-quality 3D assets, including hero props, with strong attention to detail
• Ability to balance visual quality with technical constraints and performance requirements
• Experience working with modern game engines, particularly Unity (Unreal experience considered transferable)
• Strong communication skills, with professional proficiency in spoken and written English
• Experience collaborating effectively across disciplines in a team environment
• Comfort working remotely, independently, and across multiple time zones
• A genuine passion for games and interactive experiences

Pluses

• Experience contributing to AA or AAA game titles
• Ability to communicate in Cantonese and/or Mandarin Chinese
• Experience working across a range of art styles, including stylized, realistic, and anime-inspired
• Experience and knowledge in hand-paint textures.
• Interest in or familiarity with sports-themed games or interactive experiences
• Experience optimizing visual quality and performance for low-power or constrained hardware

Location: Remote (USA only)
Annual salary: USD 90,000 to USD 120,000
Type: Contract
Reports to: VP, Design

The Role

As Project Manager, you’ll own the day-to-day planning and execution of our OS development. You will support our in-house team and coordinate with our remote development partner. Your mission is to keep both our releases on schedule, ensuring each deliverable meets our high quality and simplicity standards.

Key duties include:

• Team Coordination: Drive alignment and execution across engineering, design, QA, and external partners to deliver platform milestones with clarity and urgency.
• Release Planning: Lead the planning and tracking of our OS releases – including major quarterly releases and updates.
• Agile Process: Facilitate sprint planning and backlog grooming; define milestones and set clear agendas for weekly leadership review meetings.
• Execution & Accountability: Maintain execution momentum by keeping deliverables on track, upholding sprint cadences, and ensuring team accountability to commitments.
• Cross-Team Communication: Act as a communications hub by aggregating issues and feedback from Slack and our Facebook community, and ensuring all stakeholders stay aligned and informed.
• Tools Management: Maintain project tools (Jira, Notion): keep sprint boards updated, ensure feature specs and processes are documented in Notion, and organize all tracking systems.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Promote team alignment and stakeholder visibility by providing regular status updates and helping structure effective collaboration across all groups.

Qualifications

As Project Manager, you’ll own the day-to-day planning and execution of our OS development. You will support our in-house team and coordinate with our remote development partner. Your mission is to keep both our releases on schedule, ensuring each deliverable meets our high quality and simplicity standards.

• 5+ years of experience in software project management in a fast-moving, high-accountability environment.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver frequent, high-quality software releases on schedule.
• Proven skill coordinating across remote teams and managing asynchronous workflows.
• Highly organized and self-motivated; you set standards for planning and rigorously enforce accountability.
• Hands-on, pragmatic mindset – you challenge assumptions and trim scope for simplicity
• Strong proficiency with project management tools (Jira, Notion, etc.) and excellent written/verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional cross-functional leadership – no direct reports, but you drive teams by influence and ensure projects get done.
• US-based (remote work OK) with flexibility for occasional travel to meet the team in person.
• Familiarity with embedded operating systems is a plus.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Nex, you’ll operate like a true owner of the project. Our culture is startup-casual: nimble, energetic, and mission-driven, with every team member’s input valued. You’ll work closely with executive leadership and see the direct impact of your work on the product. If you’re an organized self-starter who thrives on initiative, clear communication, and simplifying complex challenges, you’ll fit right in. Join us and help shape the future of family gaming by leading this ambitious embedded OS project from concept to launch.