Senior Technical Rigger (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Technical Rigger (Unreal Engine): Designing and maintaining complex rigging and deformation systems for high-end game production with an accent on pipeline evolution and tool development. Focus on implementing character setups in Unreal Engine, optimizing deformation, and building scalable rigging tools.

Location: Based in Helsinki, Finland

Company

hirify.global is a PlayStation Studio renowned for technical excellence and narrative-driven gameplay, creators of the award-winning title Returnal.

What you will do

• Design, build, and maintain complex rigging and deformation systems.
• Drive improvements to pipelines, workflows, and tooling.
• Collaborate with Animation, Art, and Engineering to solve production challenges.
• Implement character setup within Unreal Engine, including cloth simulation, physics assets, and destruction systems.
• Ensure high-quality results while balancing performance and usability.
• Support and mentor less experienced team members.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in professional game development.
• Deep understanding of rigging systems, procedural approaches, and deformation.
• Strong scripting skills using Python and relevant APIs.
• Experience working with real-time engines and runtime constraints.
• English: Strong communication skills in spoken and written English.
• Location: Must be based in or be able to relocate to Helsinki, Finland.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary, healthcare, and Nordic work-life balance.
• Tailored immigration and relocation package to help you settle into Finland.
• State-of-the-art studio facilities in the heart of Helsinki.
• Collaborative, open, and inclusive culture.
• Access to PlayStation Studios collaboration and games.