Cinematic Technical Animator (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Cinematic Technical Animator (Gamedev): Bridging the gap between cinematic design and engine integration within the Decima engine with an accent on pipeline optimization and tool development. Focus on automating workflows, managing vendor data, and ensuring cinematic fidelity through Python scripting and cross-departmental collaboration.

Location: Onsite (Relocation and immigration support offered)

Company

Sony Interactive Entertainment is a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, known for creating world-class gaming experiences.

What you will do

• Integrate animation data and cameras into the proprietary Decima engine to support cinematic sequences.
• Collaborate with animation, design, and narrative teams to ensure technical viability of sequences.
• Manage and integrate external vendor deliveries, ensuring technical compliance and data integrity.
• Develop and maintain internal pipeline tools using Python to automate repetitive tasks in Maya.
• Provide technical support for production tracking systems like JIRA and Shotgrid.
• Work with Rigging and Engine teams to ensure performance and scalability of cinematic assets.

Requirements

• Strong background in animation, cinematics, or technical art within game development.
• Proficiency in Maya with experience handling animation, cameras, and assets.
• Ability to write and maintain Python scripts for pipeline automation.
• Experience with node-based sequence-driven engines such as Unreal Engine or similar.
• Familiarity with JIRA and Shotgrid production tracking workflows.
• Must be able to work onsite (relocation and immigration support provided).

Nice to have

• Experience in a vendor-facing or outsourcing integration role.
• Familiarity with MotionBuilder or other motion capture tools.
• Background supporting cinematic pipelines in film, TV, or real-time game production.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive work environment that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile, creative gaming projects.
• Supportive studio culture focusing on collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Relocation and immigration assistance provided for the role.