Senior 3D Animator (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior 3D Animator (Gamedev): Creating high-quality character animations and visual assets for slot machine games with an accent on rigging expertise and Blender proficiency. Focus on building production-ready assets, optimizing performance for real-time environments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate assets into the game pipeline.

Location: Must be based in Sofia, Bulgaria. This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in the office.

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in the gaming industry, operating in over 340 jurisdictions and specializing in high-quality interactive gaming experiences.

What you will do

• Build high-quality 3D animations and visual assets for slot machine games from concept to final implementation.
• Use Blender for modeling, texturing, rigging, lighting, and animation.
• Develop and maintain efficient rigs for characters, symbols, and mechanical assets.
• Use Adobe After Effects for compositing, FX, and rendering final animation outputs.
• Collaborate with designers and engineers to integrate assets into the game pipeline.
• Iterate on work based on creative direction and technical feedback to ensure visual polish.

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in Bulgaria without visa sponsorship.
• Extensive experience in creating high-quality, game-ready assets optimized for real-time environments.
• Proven background in slot game development with an understanding of player experience and pacing.
• Advanced proficiency in Trapcode Suite for complex simulations and motion graphics.
• Strong expertise in Unity for asset integration, animation setup, and performance optimization.
• Ability to pass mandatory background screenings and regulatory checks required for gaming licenses.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a highly regulated, professional environment within a global gaming leader.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact, interactive gaming products.
• Collaborative studio environment focused on creative excellence and technical performance.