Technical Animator (Unreal Engine)

TL;DR

Technical Animator (Unreal Engine): Developing and improving animation features, implementing assets, and optimizing animation systems with an accent on combat, character locomotion, and facial animation. Focus on creating character rigs, prototyping movement mechanics, and streamlining the animation pipeline.

Location: Must be based in North America (Remote), Hybrid, or Onsite in Orange County, CA

Salary: $85,000 - $120,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is an award-winning game development studio dedicated to creating high-quality gameplay experiences in a collaborative environment.

What you will do

• Create and maintain rigs for unique characters throughout the development process.
• Support and implement animation content and fine-tune gameplay animation parameters.
• Prototype combat, character locomotion, movement mechanics, and facial animation in collaboration with Programming and Design.
• Investigate and improve pipelines, optimize workflows, and establish best practices for the animation process.
• Troubleshoot asset and editor problems for the Animation and other development teams.
• Document system functionality and design features for team use.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Technical Animator for games.
• Strong proficiency in Maya and Python.
• Experience with Unreal Engine Animation Systems and Animation Blueprints.
• Expertise in animation pipelines from prototype to final assets.
• Must be located in North America for remote work arrangements.
• Strong verbal and written English skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with cinematics and facial animation.
• Experience with procedural or physically-altered animation techniques.
• Experience with multiple 3D packages.
• Knowledge of Realtime Shaders and FX/Simulation.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their families.
• 401k matching and Student Loan Repayment/College Savings plans.
• Flexible work arrangements including In-House, Hybrid, and Remote.
• Generous time off policy and career improvement plans.
• Collaborative culture with company events and fully stocked kitchen.