Lead Unreal Technical Animator (Game Development)

TL;DR

Lead Unreal Technical Animator (Game Development): Leading the design and implementation of complex animation systems and pipelines in Unreal Engine with an accent on Animation Blueprints, Control Rig, and technical leadership. Focus on solving complex animation challenges, mentoring a technical animation team, and collaborating across art and engineering to deliver high-quality character rigs and tools.

Location: Fully remote within Europe

Company

hirify.global is an independent video game developer and publisher known for franchises like Lords of the Fallen and Sniper Ghost Warrior, operating fully remote teams mostly based in Europe.

What you will do

• Lead and mentor the Unreal technical animation team, providing technical guidance and fostering skills development.
• Design, implement, and maintain advanced animation systems using Unreal Engine technologies such as Animation Blueprints and Control Rig.
• Develop and support animation tools and pipelines using Python, Unreal Blueprints, and C++.
• Collaborate closely with character art and engineering teams to translate artistic needs into technical solutions.
• Research and prototype new animation techniques to improve quality and workflow efficiency.
• Establish and document best practices for the technical animation pipeline across projects.

Requirements

• Must have 5+ years of experience in technical animation with senior or lead roles.
• Expertise in Unreal Engine animation systems including Animation Blueprints, State Machines, and Control Rig.
• Proven track record of shipping multiple AA+ titles in a technical animation capacity.
• Strong skills in character rigging, skinning, and animation pipeline development.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work fully remote within Europe and align with core working hours (10am-4pm CET).

Nice to have

• Proficiency in Python and/or C++ programming.
• Experience with procedural animation techniques.
• Passion for Action-RPG or Soulslike game genres.

Culture & Benefits

• Attractive remuneration with annual discretionary bonus.
• Generous wellbeing benefits and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible remote work schedule with core hours aligned to CET.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace celebrating all backgrounds.
• Access to company games, events, and merchandise.

Hiring process

• Initial call with Talent Acquisition Specialist to discuss experience and remote work expectations.
• One or two technical interviews with the hiring team including project details under NDA.
• Optional technical test depending on candidate profile.
• Final offer presentation call with Talent Acquisition Specialist and line manager.