Unreal 5 Technical Animator

We are seeking bright minds from every culture discipline and background to join us on a new creative endeavor.

Were a mission-focused team with industry roots in world-class game development studio building and platform creation.

Our goal is empowering the world to share in our playful collaboration at the intersection of gaming creation and ownership.

We are looking for a talented Technical Animator to join our mission in creating the future of gaming entertainment. On this team you will be critical to character animation tools and rigging systems that support Unreal/Maya. You will also be pivotal in developing amazing animations building bipedal/quadrupedal skeletons weapon rigs and vehicle rigs for dynamic and unique reload systems and terrain movement. You are a bridge between art design and engineering and will ensure our pipelines and processes are stronger faster and performant. Youll be empowered and given autonomy. Your ideas will matter.

The Job

Design create test and maintain character/weapon/vehicle rigs.

Animate characters weapons and vehicles for in-game scenarios

Create amazing motion and deformation systems.

Develop pipeline tools to streamline production process.

Implement and drive rigging tools that allow the teams to prototype while still driving quality and performance.

Collaborate proactively with all departments to ensure finalized assets form function and technical requirements are met.

Effectively implement feedback from the Lead and Art Director while advancing the established art aesthetic.

Manage timelines and tasks accordingly.

Who Will Be A Great Fit

We welcome your uniqueness. Research shows that diverse teams do the best work. Our customers are all over the world and from all walks of life. Its important that were not all the same so that we can draw on our differences what weve experienced and how we think.

3 Years of experience as an animator/technical rigger.

Minimum 1 AAA shipped titles.

Experience creating AAA character architecture and rigs.

Experience with latest trends and tools for next gen development.

Strong understanding of Unreal 5 rigging systems and pipelines for development.

Expert skills in Maya.

Strong understanding of both facial and figure anatomy

Complex character and vehicle rigging experience in Maya and Unreal

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Self-motivated and self-directed.

Absolute passion for playing and making video games.

Nice to Have

A strong portfolio showcasing traditional skills and classic fundamentals.

A strong showcase of traditional or 3D animations for games or film

A mindset of continuous improvement; humble and ambitious.

Prior experience in a startup environment or small business.

Adaptable with a good sense of humor.

Multi-lingual

The Perks

Competitive Salary and excellent Benefits.

Flexible hours with the potential of remote working.

Visibility and input to business strategy including technology and creative partners.

Autonomy and latitude within your role.

Seattles healthy living and vibrant city culture.

Tight knit highly experienced fun-loving team.

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Video Games Art

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Functions: Art