Senior Technical Animator (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Technical Animator (Unreal Engine): Designing and implementing in-game animation systems for character locomotion, abilities, and combat with an accent on scalability and performance. Focus on bridging the gap between animation and engineering to deliver high-quality AAA gameplay experiences.

Location: Quebec, Canada

Company

Gearbox Studio Québec is a world-class game development studio and part of hirify.global, known for iconic franchises such as Borderlands, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, and Homeworld.

What you will do

• Design, build, and optimize in-game animation systems for character locomotion, combat, and abilities.
• Own complex, high-impact animation systems from initial concept through to final delivery.
• Collaborate with Animation, Engineering, and Design teams to ensure a cohesive and immersive gameplay experience.
• Perform technical reviews of animation systems, rigs, and blueprints to maintain performance and clarity standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level technical animators.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, tools, and processes within the department.

Requirements

• 6+ years of professional experience in technical animation with shipped or near-shipped game titles.
• Deep understanding of first-person shooter (FPS) mechanics and in-engine animation systems.
• Proficiency with runtime and procedural animation tools, including Animation Blueprints, Control Rig, and IK systems.
• 4+ years of experience with Unreal Engine, including Blueprint scripting and a solid grasp of vector math.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills for effective cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Nice to have

• Experience shipping at least one AAA title in a senior technical animation capacity.
• Familiarity with motion capture pipelines and integration workflows.
• Experience contributing to team-wide standards and technical documentation.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive, equitable, and non-discriminatory work environment.
• Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity for all employees.
• Reasonable accommodations provided during the recruitment process and employment.