Senior Animation Programmer

Summary

Join our team as an experienced programmer to integrate a generative machine learning model with character animation in Unreal Engine. You will apply model predictions to in-game characters, collaborating with machine learning engineers, researchers, and the game development team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge AAA title and is remote-friendly within North America. Responsibilities include connecting new model versions to the engine, adapting the animation runtime, ensuring efficient model execution, and troubleshooting issues. The ideal candidate possesses strong C++ skills, experience with 3D animation systems, and excellent communication abilities.

Requirements

• Excellent command of C++
• Proven record of implementing 3D animation systems and/or animation-related gameplay features in shipped titles
• Familiarity with the latest character animation trends
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration across multiple time zones and nationalities
• Attention to detail
• Drive to push the boundaries of animation technology to create innovative and high-quality animation systems that elevate gameplay experiences

Responsibilities

• Hooking up new model versions to the engine
• Accounting for data format changes
• Adapting character animation runtime to work with model predictions
• Executing the model in an efficient manner
• Enabling and tweaking gameplay features related to the model’s functionality
• Troubleshooting and debugging any issues with the help of the other members of the team
• Maintaining the relevant code in a professional manner

Benefits

• Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental)
• Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years)
• 401K with employer matching
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Flexible working hours
• Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available
• Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team
• Remote work from anywhere in North America