Principal Technical Animator

Role Overview

The Principal Technical Animator will help define the technical vision and strategy for character animation integration across the studio, championing innovation and driving the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.

What You Will Do

Architect and oversee gameplay animation systems, drive R&D initiatives, solve complex runtime bugs, and define technical standards.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in gameplay animation systems, master-level expertise in Unreal Engine's animation suite, and exceptional cross-discipline communication skills.

Requirements

• Extensive proven experience architecting and integrating gameplay animation systems for AAA titles using Unreal Engine
• Master-level expertise in Unreal Engine's animation suite (Anim Blueprints, Motion Matching, Control Rig, State Machines, and Sequencer)
• Deep technical understanding of low-level animation concepts, including runtime optimisation, memory management, and threading for animation
• Exceptional cross-discipline communication skills, with a proven track record of aligning Art, Design, and Engineering directors on complex technical visions
• Expertise in feature breakdown and scoping, with the ability to translate abstract creative pillars into robust, production-ready plans
• A profound understanding of gameplay mechanics, game feel, and the mathematical principles behind smooth character movement and physics
• A portfolio or reel demonstrating a history of solving highly complex, innovative technical animation challenges in shipped titles

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity
• Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities
• Health benefits
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Learning budget
• Parental leave
• Wellness programs