Senior Technical Animator (UE - All Platforms)

What We Do

Unreal Engine is the world’s most open and advanced real-time 3D tool. We are a team of game developers, for game developers, that is constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with real-time technology. We build tools that empower developers across a range of industries to create immersive experiences and content, while also working to drive the future of the engine itself. We’re at the forefront of the industry, always pushing the limits of what’s possible with real-time technology. We focus on innovation and collaboration to deliver cutting-edge solutions that shape the future of interactive entertainment and beyond.

What You'll Do

Epic Games is looking for a Senior Technical Animator to join our Unreal Engine team. As a Senior Technical Animator, you'll be instrumental in developing and refining animation systems and pipelines within Unreal Engine, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and performance across all platforms. You'll collaborate closely with engineers, artists, and designers, offering your expertise to solve complex animation challenges and push the boundaries of real-time animation. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the core of Unreal Engine, impacting a wide range of projects and empowering creators globally.

In this role, you will:

• Work closely with engineers and animation content creators to identify and solve animation pipeline challenges
• Develop and maintain animation systems, tools, and workflows within Unreal Engine for various platforms
• Create and iterate on rigs, animation blueprints, and other animation assets
• Troubleshoot and optimize animation performance across all platforms
• Stay up-to-date with the latest animation techniques and technologies
• Mentor junior technical animators and contribute to a collaborative team environment

What we're looking for:

• 5+ years of experience in technical animation, with a strong focus on game development
• Expertise in Unreal Engine animation systems, including rigging, animation blueprints, state machines, and control rigs
• Proficiency in Maya and other 3D animation software
• Strong scripting skills (Python, C++, Blueprints) for tool development and automation
• Deep understanding of animation principles, character kinematics, and deformation
• Experience with motion capture and performance capture pipelines
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with Perforce or other version control software

Nice to have skills:

• Experience with facial animation systems
• Knowledge of animation compression techniques
• Experience with various game engines
• Experience in leading small teams or projects