Senior Technical Animator (R&D Team)

Vancouver - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 5 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Animator to embed with our Research and Development team. This unique role bridges the gap between animation production and technology with a strong focus on data preparation and integrating advanced animation systems into our game engine.

Daily responsibilities

Collect and prepare high-quality animation datasets for use in prototyping and feature development
Develop tools and pipelines to automate the data preparation process for animation data.
Support the Research and Development team with integrating animation models into the game environment.
Provide technical and animation-related feedback to help achieve AAA animation fidelity.
Assist with internal animation tool production.

Qualifications :

5 years of animation experience with a technical focus.
Proficient knowledge of Maya Motion Builder or equivalent 3D animation software.
Strong understanding of fundamental animation principles with an emphasis on weight and timing.
Experience in motion capture data processing and cleaning.
Experience with rigging and character setup.
Familiarity with game engine integration (e.g. Unreal Engine Unity).
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g. Python) for pipeline development and data manipulation.
Strong collaboration and problem solving skills.
Ability to quickly understand and utilize new technology.
Ability to self-manage when necessary and set sensible priorities.

Nice to have

Familiarity with machine learning concepts and data handling.
At least one AAA title shipped.

Please include a link to your online portfolio or demo reel with your application.

Additional Information :

The application window for this position will close by 07/23/2026.

This job can be hybrid/in-office from Vancouver office.

Health & Well-Being

Company-paid medical healthcare (dental vision and mental).
Free mental health support including access to counseling psychiatric care and a variety of well-being webinars.
Paid leave 26 days of holiday per year.
401K with employer matching.
Gym Membership Reimbursement.
Menstrual leave employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
RED Parents Network support for working parents including childcare benefits and family-friendly events.

Perks & Professional Growth

Flexible working hours.
Trainings lectures and courses internal workshops knowledge-sharing initiatives online tutorials and e-learning classes are all available.
A welcome pack filled with goodies to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

Dog-friendly office bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! Theres always a furry friend or two to meet.
Truly international working environment a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
No dress-code we like to keep it casual.

This position is a new role.

Estimated pay range for this position: $127 200 - $190 800 CAD annually

At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data geographic location and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience qualifications and location.

If youve observed any irregularities (i.e. legal or ethical violations) in our recruitment process please click here to report them anonymously.

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Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Animator to embed with our Research and Development team. This unique role bridges the gap between animation production and technology with a strong focus on data preparation and integrating advanced animation systems into our game engine.Daily responsi...

Daily responsibilities

Collect and prepare high-quality animation datasets for use in prototyping and feature development
Develop tools and pipelines to automate the data preparation process for animation data.
Support the Research and Development team with integrating animation models into the game environment.
Provide technical and animation-related feedback to help achieve AAA animation fidelity.
Assist with internal animation tool production.

Qualifications :

5 years of animation experience with a technical focus.
Proficient knowledge of Maya Motion Builder or equivalent 3D animation software.
Strong understanding of fundamental animation principles with an emphasis on weight and timing.
Experience in motion capture data processing and cleaning.
Experience with rigging and character setup.
Familiarity with game engine integration (e.g. Unreal Engine Unity).
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g. Python) for pipeline development and data manipulation.
Strong collaboration and problem solving skills.
Ability to quickly understand and utilize new technology.
Ability to self-manage when necessary and set sensible priorities.

Nice to have

Familiarity with machine learning concepts and data handling.
At least one AAA title shipped.

Please include a link to your online portfolio or demo reel with your application.

Additional Information :

The application window for this position will close by 07/23/2026.

This job can be hybrid/in-office from Vancouver office.

Health & Well-Being

Company-paid medical healthcare (dental vision and mental).
Free mental health support including access to counseling psychiatric care and a variety of well-being webinars.
Paid leave 26 days of holiday per year.
401K with employer matching.
Gym Membership Reimbursement.
Menstrual leave employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
RED Parents Network support for working parents including childcare benefits and family-friendly events.

Perks & Professional Growth

Flexible working hours.
Trainings lectures and courses internal workshops knowledge-sharing initiatives online tutorials and e-learning classes are all available.
A welcome pack filled with goodies to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

Dog-friendly office bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! Theres always a furry friend or two to meet.
Truly international working environment a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
No dress-code we like to keep it casual.

This position is a new role.

Estimated pay range for this position: $127 200 - $190 800 CAD annually

If youve observed any irregularities (i.e. legal or ethical violations) in our recruitment process please click here to report them anonymously.

#LIHybrid

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

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