Senior Animation Programmer (R&D)
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Job Summary
CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an experienced Senior Animation Programmer to join our R&D team based in Vancouver British Columbia. This role is focused on the development and implementation of cutting-edge next-generation character animation systems that leverage animation generation models. You have a deep expertise in animation technology character rigging and tool development and will be instrumental in defining the future of character animation in our titles. Experience in generative models and machine learning is a bonus but not required.
Key Responsibilities
- Design implement and maintain advanced animation systems and tools to complement generative models for realistic character motion.
- Collaborate with machine learning researchers engineers animators and game designers to define and achieve high-quality animation features and workflow improvements.
- Optimize and debug animation code and systems for usability performance memory and stability across multiple target platforms.
- Prototype new animation techniques including procedural generation and physics-based systems.
- Mentor junior programmers and contribute to code reviews ensuring high standards for code quality and documentation.
- Work with lead engineers to plan project milestones and deliver high-quality work on schedule.
Qualifications :
- 5 years of experience in game programming with a focus on character animation systems.
- Strong proficiency of C and experience with performance optimization.
- Deep understanding of real-time 3D animation principles kinematics (IK/FK) and rigging systems.
- Strong math skills particularly linear algebra and vector math.
- Experience working with large-scale game engines e.g. Unreal Engine Unity or proprietary engines (Unreal Engine preferred).
Nice to have
(please note these skills are not required for to apply for the position)
- Experience with Motion Matching procedural animation techniques and physics simulation.
- Familiarity with animation pipelines and DCC tools (Maya Blender).
- Prior experience shipping a AAA title.
- Knowledge of parallel programming and GPU optimization techniques (e.g. CUDA compute shaders).
Additional Information :
The application window for this position will close by 10/02/2026.
This job requires working in Vancouver BC.
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.
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 vacation 10 sick days & 12 calendar holidays per year
- RRSP with employer matching.
- Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) $100 per month to use towards fitness wellness internet home office equipment learning streaming services and more.
- Menstrual leave employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
- RED Parents Network support for working parents.
- Flexible working hours.
Perks & Professional Growth
- 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: $127200 - $209900 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.
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Remote Work :
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Employment Type :
Full-time
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