Senior Technical Gameplay Animator — Runtime Tools & Systems
$126.4k - $227.5kFestybay
Festybay is looking for a Senior Technical Gameplay Animator to design, implement, and troubleshoot complex runtime animation systems based in Santa Monica, California. You will work closely with animation and gameplay engineering teams to build cutting-edge animation tools and create high-quality content. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of technical or gameplay animation experience, proficiency in Python, C#, or C++, and artistic understanding to deliver stunning animations. Generous compensation and benefits include a base salary of $126,400–$227,500 USD. #J-18808-Ljbffr Festybay
- ...development studio in Santa Monica is seeking a skilled Technical Animator. The role involves creating high-quality animation systems and improving animation workflows. Candidates... ...like Python and C#, and expertise using tools like Maya. This position offers competitive...Senior
$126.4k - $227.5k
Senior Technical Gameplay Animator Naughty Dog is seeking a visionary and highly skilled Senior Technical... ..., and troubleshoot complex runtime animation systems and dynamic character behaviors.... ...pipelines, build cutting‑edge runtime tools, and author high‑quality...SeniorLocal area$126.4k - $227.5k
...the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog... ...some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry... ...and implementation of tools and techniques that allow the... ...complex and high-quality animation systems Innovate and streamline...Senior$126.4k - $227k
...Facilitate the creation and implementation of tools and techniques that allow the building of complex and high-quality animation systems Innovate and streamline animation pipeline... ...issues and animation-related technical challenges Create high quality animation content...Senior- PlayStation is seeking a skilled Technical Animator for a hybrid role in Santa Monica, CA. This position... ...strong understanding of in-game animation tools. The candidate will facilitate the creation of complex animation systems, innovate animation processes, and collaborate...Senior
$119.6k - $167.3k
...happen. We are looking for an accomplished Senior Technical Animator - Character Rigging R&D to support... ...developing character rigs, scripting tools and supporting artist workflows. Pioneer... ...heads to develop our DCC and runtime tools for our animation and character...SeniorFull timeLocal area$126.4k - $227k
PlayStation Global is seeking an experienced animator to create high-quality animation content for innovative gameplay features. You will collaborate with diverse teams... ...experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in tools like Maya. The position is hybrid/onsite, and...Senior$110k - $207.2k
...through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We... ...using Niagara and other Unreal tools. Create effects required... ...breakable effects in using various systems in Unreal Engine. Create... ...pipelines. Troubleshoot technical and workflow issues. Who...SeniorRelocation package$126.4k - $227k
Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking a skilled technical animator to innovate and streamline animation systems within a collaborative environment. This role involves... ...C++, as well as expertise with in-game animation tools such as Maya and Motionbuilder. The position offers...Senior- ...companies in the world. THE ROLE: TECHNICAL ANIMATOR We are seeking a Technical... ...of high-fidelity art and systems architecture. You’ll be... ...the game engine. Scripting, Tooling & Automation: Develop Maya/Python... ...scripting languages for gameplay-triggered animations. Education...
$106.1k - $199.3k
...designers, artists, and writers to ensure animations align with gameplay intentions, mission objectives, art direction, and narrative.... ...body mechanics and performance. Ability to learn and adapt to new tools and animation implementation techniques. Excellent...SeniorRelocation package- ...A AAA sports video game studio is seeking a Senior Animator to create realistic animations for an upcoming sports game using Unreal Engine... ...The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, a strong technical background, and the ability to work collaboratively with various...Senior
- ...Recruiting on behalf of a client Senior Animator – UE5 (Sports / Action /... ...football (soccer) gameplay in Unreal Engine 5. The team... ...capture, and real-time animation systems, along with the ability to assess... ...functional teams (including technical partners) on features and...Senior
- A leading gaming studio is seeking a Senior Animator to create stunning, realistic animations for an upcoming sports title in Unreal Engine... ...strong portfolio showcasing high-quality game animation, and technical expertise in animation software like Maya and MotionBuilder....Senior
$145.1k - $181.4k
...Prototyping, implementing, and owning gameplay scenarios, narrative... ...behaviors, and other mechanics and systems. Communicating with animation... ...of industry experience in Technical Design for games 2+ shipped... ...for improvements to tools and workflows that can help the...Senior- ...unforgettable single-player, gameplay-driven action-adventures in rich... ...Role: As the Lead Gameplay Animator , you will take ownership of... ...maintain animation pipelines, tools, and best practices that... ...integrate animation into gameplay systems using Unreal Engine You will...Remote work
$145.1k - $181.4k
...the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog... ...some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry... ..., and other mechanics and systems. Communicating with animation... ...for improvements to tools and workflows that can help the...Senior$206.7k - $289k
...As a Technical Artist for Tools/Pipeline, you'll employ your expert-level knowledge of 3D tools to build... .... You will establish and improve the systems, tools, rigs, assets, and workflows... ...support the artistic, product, and gameplay goals. Help to identify new opportunities...Temporary workLocal areaFlexible hours$120k - $160k
A pioneering space-based manufacturing firm is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter to join its team in El Segundo, California. In this role... ...teams across various disciplines such as autonomous systems and mechanical engineering. Ideal candidates will have over 5...Senior- A prominent engineering company seeks a Senior Technical Lead in Software Engineering to provide technical leadership and design complex systems. The role requires expertise in distributed systems, with a strong foundation in Java and Spring Boot, and experience with Internet...Senior
$94.58k - $174.99k
...Job Title: Senior Technical Program Manager Requisition ID: R027709 Job Description... ...areas of online services, engine tools, graphics, systems engineering, security, and infrastructure... ...’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles...SeniorFull timeTemporary workPart timeLocal areaWork from homeWorldwideRelocation package- ...versatile, engineering-deep Technical Artist to help build... ..., and LLM agent systems: you'll build the agentic... ...the rendering and gameplay systems those games run... ...across engine code, web tooling, AI agent prompts, and... ..., instancing) or game runtime systems (physics, animation...
- ...LightSpeed Studios in Los Angeles is looking for an experienced animator to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate with designers and programmers to craft high-quality animations, owning the full pipeline from planning to implementation. The ideal candidate...Senior
- ...organization Establish scalable motion systems that support artist storytelling and... ...deliverables meet the highest creative and technical standards Cross-Functional Collaboration... ...Research emerging technologies, tools, platforms, and creative opportunities...Summer workImmediate startFlexible hours
- ...role posted by Reval Recruiting on behalf of a client Technical Game Designer - Game Systems (Unreal Engine 5, AAA European Football) This role is posted... ...video game feels, behaves, and engages players—across gameplay, modes, progression, and meta structures. This position...Seasonal work
- Job Title: Mid to Senior Level Animator Location: Melbourne / Vancouver / Los Angeles Job Description... ...teams to ensure animation assets are technically sound Must be able to produce a high... ..., or other production tracking tools Working knowledge of rigging or scripting...Senior
- ...seeking a highly skilled and talented Senior Animator to create stunning and realistic animations... ...and articulate in‑game animation systems, and possessing a great understanding of... ...performance console and/or PC titles Strong technical knowledge Experience with Maya, Motion...Senior
- Overview Position: Systems Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead - located in El Segundo, California... ...Scrum Teams to resolve dependencies and technical challenges. Prepare and maintain project... ...for proposals and bids using estimation tools. Travel up to 10% of the time....SeniorRelocation packageFlexible hours
$106k - $199k
Tencent is looking for an experienced animator in Los Angeles, California, to lead the animation pipeline for AAA games. This role involves collaborating with designers and programmers to create engaging combat animations while ensuring quality and artistic intent are...Senior$95.2k - $165.5k
...problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of... ..., launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and... ...Engineer (Member of Technical Staff/Senior Member of Technical Staff -... ...theory, practices, and tools Active TS/SCI clearance or SAP...SeniorFull timeImmediate startRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours
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