Senior Technical Animator (R&D Team)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Animator to embed with our Research and Development team, bridging the gap between animation production and technology with a strong focus on data preparation and integrating advanced animation systems into our game engine.

Requirements

• 5+ years of animation experience with a technical focus
• Proficient knowledge of Maya, Motion Builder or equivalent 3D animation software
• Strong understanding of fundamental animation principles with an emphasis on weight and timing
• Experience in motion capture data processing and cleaning
• Experience with rigging and character setup
• Familiarity with game engine integration (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity)
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python) for pipeline development and data manipulation
• Strong collaboration and problem solving skills
• Ability to quickly understand and utilize new technology
• Ability to self-manage when necessary and set sensible priorities

Benefits

• Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental)
• Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars
• Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year
• RRSP with employer matching
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month
• Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain
• RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events