Senior Technical Animator

TL;DR

Senior Technical Animator: Rig characters, props, and vehicles, set up assets in Unreal Engine 5, and develop pipeline tools with an accent on character deformation, physics movement, and animation optimization. Focus on designing UI pickers, collaborating with modelers and animators, and directing technical animation for cinematic trailers.

Location: Montreal, Canada

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in game and engine technology development, known for award-winning games and the Unreal Engine used across multiple industries.

What you will do

• Rig characters, props, and vehicles for cinematic trailers and projects.
• Set up assets in Unreal Engine 5 including cloth, physics, and blueprints.
• Collaborate closely with modelers and animators to ensure smooth pipeline and high-quality assets.
• Build and improve pipeline tools and work with engine leads on tool enhancements.
• Provide technical animation support including performance optimization and bug fixes.
• Design UI pickers for the animation team.

Requirements

• Location: Must be based in Montreal, Canada
• Extensive experience rigging characters in Unreal Engine.
• Portfolio demonstrating rigging for various characters including bipeds and creatures.
• Familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 art pipeline.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience developing character pipelines and tools.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% paid benefits for employees and dependents including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with competitive employer match.
• Robust mental well-being program with free therapy and coaching.
• Collaborative and creative work environment.