Technical Animator - Regular/Senior (f/m/d)

Your role:

The kind of stuff you`ll be doing:

• Integrating and optimizing animations in Unreal Engine 5 using Blueprints or C++.
• Creating animation graphs and rigs to ensure fluid movement.
• Collaborating with design and development teams to incorporate animations into gameplay.
• Supporting the development and implementation of character animations for humanoid and animal rigs.
• Developing scripts and tools to assist the animation and art teams in their daily work.
• Utilizing performance profilers to optimize animations for various platforms (PC, console).
• Collaborating with programmers to solve technical challenges and develop new animation technologies.

The ideal candidate also has one more of the following:

• Experience developing and implementing animations for console projects.
• Proficiency with tools like Houdini, MotionBuilder, or other procedural animation tools.
• Experience in integrating audio and visual effects into animations.
• Experience with motion capture and the implementation of Mo-Cap data.
• Knowledge of post-processing and visual effects.
• A background as an animator, technical artist, or programmer.
• Initial experience in leading smaller animation teams or projects.
• Motivation to learn German (for non-German speakers).
• Experience with Motion Matching Solutions.

Benefits

• An inspiring and creative work environment
• A 38-hour workweek to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Relocation support to ensure a smooth start in Munich.
• Flexibility through remote work options tailored to project requirements.
• Free drinks (soft drinks, coffee, tea) and weekly fresh organic fruits.
• Monthly top-up of a company card worth €50, usable for various purchases*.
• Table tennis and foosball tables for relaxation after demanding tasks.
• Exciting company events that foster knowledge exchange and provide space for fun and recreation.
• Coverage of public transportation costs and meal subsidies*.

You have:

• Solid knowledge of game engines (preferably Unreal Engine 5) and their animation systems.
• Strong experience in using animation software such as Maya, 3ds Max, or Blender.
• Proficiency in creating animation graphs and animation states.
• Knowledge of scripting languages like Python or C++.
• Basic understanding of rigging and skinning techniques.
• Experience in optimizing animations and working with profilers.
• A strong artistic understanding of movement, posing, and timing.
• Good communication skills and the ability to explain technical details clearly.

You are:

• Self-motivated, self-directed, and reliable in executing your tasks.
• A team player, ready to collaborate closely with different departments.
• Flexible and able to adapt quickly to new challenges and technologies.
• Open to feedback and capable of incorporating both criticism and suggestions into your work.
• Passionate about games and the technical challenges of game development.
• Confident in communicating in English (company and project language).