3D Technical Artist

About Dapper Labs

We believe the future of the internet is powered by digital ownership. At Dapper Labs, we're turning that vision into reality with products that bring fans closer to the brands and worlds they love. From the global NFT phenomenon CryptoKitties to flagship products like NBA Top Shot, NFL ALL DAY, and Disney Pinnacle, we've brought millions of users onchain, processed billions of dollars in transactions, and shown that digital assets can redefine entire industries.

A career here means joining a team of bold, fast-moving builders who thrive on autonomy, tackle hard problems head-on, and embrace the ambiguity that comes with breaking new ground. Backed by $600M+ from world-class investors — and the energy of millions of fans and communities worldwide — we're just getting started.

About the Role

Dapper Labs is looking for a talented and motivated Junior-Mid 3D Technical Artist / Web Developer with a strong foundation in 3D and interactive technology to join our team as a full-time contractor (40 hrs/week) starting immediately. You'll be working closely with a cross-functional pipeline team of developers, designers, and product leads to help build the next generation of interactive digital collectibles that run seamlessly on the web and beyond.

What You'll Do

• Build and maintain performant prototypes & web applications (React / JS / TypeScript)

• Develop interactive experiences / R3F / Unity)

• Contribute to interactive features, pipelines, and tooling (Node / Python / C#)

• Create and optimize 3D assets and workflows (Blender / Unity)

• Collaborate with designers, artists, and engineers to deliver polished user experiences

• Write clean, maintainable, testable code with attention to detail

• Optimize graphics, performance, and accessibility across devices and browsers

• Participate in the full lifecycle: discovery, prototyping, iteration, optimization, and polish

Who You Are

• 2+ years of professional experience in web development, software development, and/or Unity development

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and React

• Practical experience with / React Three Fiber / WebGL

• Knowledge of 3D content creation tools (Blender, Maya, etc.)

• Experience with WebGL, GLSL, and writing custom shaders

• Knowledge of or similar frameworks

• Comfortable with Git and collaborative workflows

• Portfolio or GitHub with relevant projects

Bonus points for:

• Python scripting / pipeline automation experience

• Shader development (GLSL/HLSL/Shader Graph)

• Experience with mobile/web builds, especially Unity WebGL

• Familiarity with or modern web frameworks

• Runtime mesh generation or procedural content workflows

• Released apps, games, or interactive experiences

Position Details

• Contractor role, full-time (~40 hrs/week), remote

• Contract length: 3-months to start with possibility of extension

• Preferred timezone: PST

• Preferred location: Canada or USA

• Start date: immediate

• Portfolio required – show us what you've built

Why Join Us?

Dapper Labs was founded on a simple but radical belief: crypto is about more than currency. Just as the internet became part of everyday life, we believe blockchain will be the foundation for how people connect, create, and exchange value online.

For you, that means joining a team that's actively building this future — products that give people true ownership of their data and assets, that let communities and creators build lasting relationships, and that shape how culture and fandom are experienced in the digital age. Here, you won't just ship features; you'll help design products that millions of people will use and love.

Make fandom digital-first. Just as physical trading cards and memorabilia defined generations of fans, we're creating digital ownership experiences that scale globally, instantly, and interactively.

Beyond hype. We don't chase trends — we build platforms and products that last, powered by a mix of iconic global IPs and bold original brands.

Backed to go big. With $600M+ in funding from leading investors including a16z, Coatue, Union Square Ventures, Venrock, Google Ventures, Samsung, and the founders of DreamWorks, Reddit, Coinbase, Zynga, and AngelList, we have the conviction and resources to push Web3 into the mainstream.

To learn more about Dapper Labs, visit our website.