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SeniorFull-timeC++
Salary Range
$93,925 - $127,075 /year
This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.
About the Role
Epic Games is seeking a Senior Technical Designer in Animation to join their team working across various animation systems. This role involves designing and creating gameplay animation systems that facilitate high-quality character motion.
Key Responsibilities
- →Creation of animation behavior tools/techniques/philosophies that allow the building of complex movement systems
- →Design and implement animation state machines/behaviors and runtime solutions
- →Work closely with Animation, Design, and Programming departments to analyze, troubleshoot, and solve in-game animation implementation issues
- →Collaborate with animation leadership to maintain the style and quality bar for animations
- →Identify opportunities to improve the animation pipeline/workflow and provide solutions for technical animation problems
Requirements
- ✓Strong animation sense with a clear understanding of realistic and stylized character motion
- ✓Expertise with animation pipelines, including source content creation tools such as Maya, MotionBuilder, and Unreal Engine
- ✓Exceptional problem-solving ability with strong written communication and teamwork skills
- ✓Familiarity with gameplay animation tools and concepts, such as blend trees and state machines
- ✓Experience with AAA game development, preferably on a large team using an established game engine
- ✓Self-motivation, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently
