IKEA Marketing & Communication

Working with 3D in IKEA is a co-creation, from product development to cutting edge 3D artistry, deep learning and research. Our goal is to make computer graphics scalable to reach the many. What makes us special, is that our business demands quality that needs to last a decade; a real challenge. In order for that to happen, we need to be at the centre of setting industry standards. We have a continuous flow of collaborations with the best in the field, and need a bunch of really talented 3D passionate people to join us.

What you'll do;

Define the future way of working around 3D, from the first idea to a sellable product. As a part of the IKEA core 3D team, you will help build our future 3D platform, serving the needs of development, supply and marketing equally.

Act as a thought leader and architect for our 3D platform, ensuring that external and internal partners build solutions that fit within our overall strategy. Be an active contributor to core functionality; taking responsibility for driving development initiatives and mentoring. You build it, you run it, you own it.

• Developing scripts and tools to automate image production workflows.
• Analise and troubleshoot incident reports across existing pipelines.
• Translating business requirements into actionable code.
• Act as a technical expert when dealing with 3rd party suppliers.
• Inspire and clarify.
• Create togetherness.
• Find better ways.
• Enable change.

What you'll need;

A true passion for 3D and digital communication, driven both by solving an end to end need as well as deep-diving into specific problem areas. To find fulfilment in mentoring junior co-workers, explaining solutions and constraints for non-3D co-workers, and solving complex problems as part of a team.

• C# / C++ / Python 
• Proficient user of git. 
• Knowledge in game engines like Unity 3D or Unreal.
• Knowledge of common 3D DCC programs.
• Knowledge of 3D rendering processes, texture baking and mesh simplification.
• English language skills, both verbal and written. 
• Ability to communicate IT related topics both in a clear and simple way (business language) as well as technically detailed for development briefing. 
• Capability to identify and prioritize the high-level initiatives in such a way that development is following our set out strategy while still delivering incremental progress that can be implemented into the running business. 
• Able to take initiatives on matters that could have a positive business and relationship impact.
• USD experience is a plus.

In addition to this role, we are also looking for a 3D Squad Leader. If you have a passion for 3D development, with strong experience in a commercial environment, then this might also be worth considering.

IMC is an inspirational working environment, based on creativity and innovation, which gives you the opportunity to work and interact with people from all around the world. This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world.

This job went live on the 22nd of September and will be open to applications until Friday 22nd October. Applications will be reviewed weekly, and we may close the position early if we find the right match.