Senior Technical Gameplay Animator: Build Animation Systems
NAUGHTY DOG, LLC
A leading game development studio in Santa Monica is seeking a skilled Technical Animator. The role involves creating high-quality animation systems and improving animation workflows. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in technical animation for games, proficiency in programming languages like Python and C#, and expertise using tools like Maya. This position offers competitive compensation and additional benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr NAUGHTY DOG, LLC
- ...A leading game development studio in Santa Monica is seeking a skilled Technical Animator. The role involves creating high-quality animation systems and improving animation workflows. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in technical animation for games, proficiency...SeniorAnimation
$126.4k - $227.5k
...boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology.... ...the top creative and technically innovative minds in the... ...are looking for an animator that is capable of being... ...complex runtime animation systems and character behaviors... ...techniques that allow the building of complex and high-...SeniorAnimation$126.4k - $227k
...implementation of tools and techniques that allow the building of complex and high-quality animation systems Innovate and streamline animation pipeline... ...animation implementation issues and animation-related technical challenges Create high quality animation content supporting...SeniorAnimation$139k - $173.8k
...leading narrative and gameplay innovation, is seeking a Senior Combat Designer to... ...impactful combat systems. You will bridge... ...creative vision and technical implementation, collaborating... ...with world-class animation, design, and... ...: Experience in building animation tools, rigging...SeniorAnimation$126.4k - $227k
...Position Title: Senior Gameplay Animator USA Base Pay Range... ...interactive storytelling and technical fidelity, the studio—... ...that every frame of animation serves both the... ...Responsibilities 1. Systems Development & Tooling... ...techniques and workflows to build a lasting internal...SeniorAnimationFull timeLocal areaRemote work$126.4k - $227.5k
...senior technical gameplay animator jobs Overview Company: Naughty Dog (Sony Interactive Entertainment... ...to the protagonist. 1. System Architecture & Tooling... ...advanced tools and techniques to build complex, high-quality animation systems. Workflow Optimization...Animation$150k - $175k
...looking for a Principal Gameplay Animator to help define and deliver the animation quality, style, and... ...game. As a creative and technical contributor, you will... ...combat, interaction, and systemic animation content;... ...driven systems. Experience building or improving animation...AnimationFull timeWork at office$115k - $135k
...that we can’t wait for you to play. As Senior Technical Animator, you will play a crucial role in... ...related challenges and help optimize the animation implementation pipeline. We are... ...equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse, equitable, and...SeniorAnimation$185.2k - $258k
...As a Senior Technical Artist (Technical Animation) , you’ll define and maintain the systems that bring our characters and creatures to life including... ..., and engineering, you’ll build scalable animation graphs,... ...experience as a technical animator or technical artist in games...SeniorAnimationTemporary workLocal areaFlexible hours$120k - $140k
...Senior Gameplay Animator Job Overview Company: Virtuos , a global leader... ..., and Unreal Engine . Animation Focus: Mastery of both keyframe... ...and refining data). Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of... ...Engine or proprietary systems), ensuring they function perfectly...SeniorAnimationWork experience placementLocal areaWorldwideRelocationOverseasFlexible hours3 days per week$150k - $180k
...Skydance Corporation, is building the future of franchise... ...is looking for a Senior Gameplay AI Engineer skilled in... ...gameplay AI systemsDrive technical direction for NPC gameplay systems and AI frameworksOwn large... ...Partner closely with Design, Animation, Audio, and Production...SeniorAnimationFull timeRemote work- ...behalf of a client Senior Animator – UE5 (Sports /... ...video game studio building the next... ...football (soccer) gameplay in Unreal Engine... ...fidelity, realistic animation and next-level on... ...real-time animation systems, along with the ability... ...teams (including technical partners) on...SeniorAnimation
- Naughty Dog is seeking a Technical Designer for an initial contract through Yoh Enterprise... ...The role involves prototyping and owning gameplay scenarios, narrative sequences, AI... ...other mechanics. You will collaborate with animation, programming, and art to deliver assets...AnimationContract work
$94.58k - $174.99k
Job Title:Senior Technical Product Manager - Tech Strategy,... ...engine tools, graphics, systems engineering, security... ...process from building pipeline to launch, collaborating... ..., motion capture and animation pipeline technologies... ...to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most...SeniorAnimationFull timeTemporary workPart timeLocal areaWorldwideRelocation package$145.1k - $181.4k
...push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently... ...some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We... ...behaviors, and other mechanics and systems.Communicating with animation, programming, and art departments to...SeniorAnimation- Riot Games is seeking a Senior Gameplay Animator to drive the animation feel for an upcoming MMO. You will own locomotion and creature animation from ideation through implementation, collaborating with designers, engineers, and artists to define motion, timing, and personality...SeniorAnimation
- A leading gaming studio is seeking a Senior Animator to create stunning, realistic animations for an upcoming sports title in Unreal Engine 5. The ideal candidate... ...showcasing high-quality game animation, and technical expertise in animation software like Maya and MotionBuilder...SeniorAnimation
- Senior Technical Game Designer - UE5 (Sports / Action / Simulation Games... ...Designer to drive core gameplay systems and tools for our upcoming... ...developing gameplay features, building design tools, ensuring systems... ...with gameplay programmers, animation teams, AI designers, and...SeniorAnimationFull timeRelocation package
- ...Recruiting on behalf of a client Technical Game Designer - Game Systems (Unreal Engine 5, AAA... ...AAA sports game studio building the next generation of... ...across design, engineering, animation, UX, and production.... ...and engages players—across gameplay, modes, progression, and...AnimationSeasonal work
- ...As a member of the Animation team, you bring champions to life... ...characters for players. As a Senior Gameplay Animator on our unpublished MMO project... ...closely with designers, technical artists, engineers, and character... ...machines and gameplay systems to support responsive...SeniorAnimationLocal areaFlexible hours
- ...unforgettable single-player, gameplay-driven action-... ...: As the Lead Gameplay Animator , you will take ownership of player animation and help bring our characters... ...rig testing and building animation libraries You... ...animation into gameplay systems using Unreal Engine You...AnimationRemote work
- Naughty Dog in Santa Monica is seeking an experienced Technical Designer with over 5 years in the gaming industry to join their innovative team. You will be responsible for prototyping gameplay scenarios and collaborating with various departments to enhance both gameplay...Senior
$160k - $185k
...of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, is building the future of franchise-driven... ...located at .---Skydance is looking for a core systems engineer skilled in working with game development... ..., television, interactive/games, and animation divisions.Recruitment Fraud AlertIt has...SeniorAnimationFull timeCurrently hiringRemote work$126.4k - $227k
A leading gaming company in Santa Monica, California seeks an experienced technical animator. In this hybrid role, you will create high-quality animation systems and streamline pipeline processes while collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have 5+ years in...SeniorAnimation$5,000 per month
...RoleYou are an experienced animator and motion designer,... ...sophisticated motion systems that elevate the work.... ...in collaboration with senior creative leadership.... ...motion graphics, and animation systems that bring ideas... ...creative ideas with technical precision and exceptional...SeniorAnimationRemote workWork from home- ...Senior Systems EngineerLocation: Los Angeles, CA Company: GPL Technologies Work... ...systems, and helping build reliable infrastructure for creative and technical teams.Position OverviewThe Senior... ...entertainment, post-production, VFX, animation, editorial, or creative studio...SeniorAnimationFull time
- ...the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog... ...of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry... ...AI behaviors Work with animators to develop enemy locomotion... ...balance gameplay mechanics and systems Communicate with animation,...SeniorAnimation
$140k - $175k
...creative boundaries and building extraordinary,... ...Principal Animator to join our team... ...the cinematic and gameplay motion of our next... ...anchor for our entire animation department. Your... ...aesthetic and technical benchmark for all... ...-based animation systems . Previous work...AnimationFull time- Respawn Entertainment is seeking a Technical Lead for the Animation team to drive the evolution of Apex Legends’ animation system. You will lead engineers, plan roadmaps, and collaborate with riggers, animators, and tech art to deliver robust, scalable animation features...SeniorAnimation
$81 - $91 per hour
...preferred, Android, Web) and core animation principles. Project... ...of designers and engineers to build out cohesive motion stories.... ...comprehensive motion design system/library for consistency across... ...end visual storytelling with technical constraints (performance, platform...SeniorAnimationHourly payWeekly payTemporary workWork at officeRemote workMonday to Friday
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