In this 100% remote Senior Technical Animator role you’ll get the chance to set the rigging & animation vision across various projects (over 20+ AAA projects on-going); develop user- friendly tools using MEL/Python; Work within an international environment, mentor juniors, and actively participate in art reviews for continuous improvement.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Set strategic vision for rigging and animation across projects.
Develop and optimize tools and pipelines using MEL/Python for efficiency and quality.
Create and maintain versatile rigs for various elements (characters, creatures, weapons, etc.) throughout production.
Manage personal workload and time, while supporting and mentoring junior team members.
Engage in art reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance creative ideas.
REQUIREMENTS
At least 5 years of professional experience in the gaming industry.
Strong knowledge of Maya or similar software, with a specialization in rigging and skinning techniques.
Strong knowledge in MEL and Python scripting.
Experience developing tools for animation pipelines.
Demonstrated experience and knowledge in working with Unreal Engine or similar proprietary engine.
Comprehensive understanding of in-game optimization and performance.
Fluent English
NICE TO HAVE
Programming and scripting experience in C++ or C#.
Experience managing artists.
WHAT THEY OFFER
100% remote work.
Contract of employment.
25 days of vacation + bank and public holidays off.
Whole company is closed for Xmass and New Year period.
Benefits: Equity, Private Medical Insurance (including Dental), Pension, Life Insurance, Travel Loan, Cycle to Work Scheme, Eye Care.
Entertainment Budget that is used for integrations with your local teammates.
Freedom and autonomy to set up your day how you see fit – no micromanagement at all.
A flexible approach to working, that makes room for real life. Need to have the kids on your lap while you video call or work around your workout? All good.
Involved in fight against climate change through Earthly.
Necessary hardware provided.
ABOUT THE COMPANY Remote-first games company providing full-dev and co-dev services to AAA studios with focus on multiplayer games. They currently have over 20 projects in the making and have contributed to titles like The Call of Duty: MW2, Elder Scrolls Online, Fall Guys or Dying Light 2. They tailor the scope to your background and preferences, not the other way round. If working in an informal, open and transparent environment is something that resonates with you, this might be the place to stick around.
Size of the studio: around 300. Work mode: 100% remote. Office locations: Nottingham, UK. Platform: PC, console. Game Engine: Unreal Engine 4, Unreal Engine 5, Unity, proprietary engines.