TL;DR

Principal Animator (Gamedev): Defining high-fidelity character systems for players and NPCs with an accent on reducing iteration friction through prototyping cutting-edge tools. Focus on motion synthesis, procedural physics, and facial performance, ensuring a seamless blend of believable motion and fluid player control.

Location: Los Angeles, California, United States

Salary: $154,400 - $220,000 per Year

Company

%hirify_global% is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world.

What you will do

Pioneer R &D Workflows by researching and automating motion synthesis, cleanup, and secondary motion.
Architect Character Systems, designing fluid animation states for traversal, combat, and stealth.
Drive Motion Matching, using generative models to synthesize transitions and label massive mocap libraries.
Deliver lifelike facial nuance and seamless cinematic-to-gameplay transitions to reach film standards.
Optimize Pipelines in partnership with tools programmers to automate rigging, FACS, and cleanup in Maya/Engine.
Maintain Control & Quality, ensuring R&D tools prioritize artistic intent and meet %hirify_global%’s high-quality bar.

Requirements

AAA Experience: Shipped at least one AAA title as a Lead/Principal Animator (UE5 preferred).
Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of Motion Matching, Control Rig, and Anim Blueprints.
Strong foundation in skinning, blendshapes, and FACS.
A passion for replacing legacy workflows with scalable, R&D-driven solutions.

Culture & Benefits

Eligible to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
Range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage.
14 paid holidays per calendar year.
Paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company’s discretionary time off program.
Wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.