Senior Animation Systems Programmer

Join to apply for the Senior Animation Systems Programmer role at Rockstar Games.At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. Become part of a team working on large-scale creative projects in an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with talented people in the industry. Rockstar is seeking a Senior Animation Systems Programmer to join the Animation R&D team. This position will help develop advanced animation systems for large open-world, character-based games. We are looking for a candidate with strong C++ programming skills, a good knowledge of and interest in character animation systems, and a passion for realistic, high-quality character motion.This is a full-time, in-office position based at Rockstar’s studio in Carlsbad, CA.What We DoWe develop animation technology, from performance capture to a sophisticated runtime engine, for massive open-world games.We are a global team of programmers and researchers who collaborate on pushing the boundaries of character animation on next-generation hardware.We support and work closely with performance capture, technical art, animation, physics, and gameplay teams across multiple Rockstar studios.ResponsibilitiesJoin the core animation technology team and collaborate with animation, gameplay, physics, graphics, technical art, and tools teams across Rockstar studios.Develop, maintain, extend, and support an extensive high-level animation system, pipeline, and tools.Implement well-designed, robust, highly-optimal new animation features, integrating them into existing animation, gameplay, physics, and graphics systems.Stay up to date with the latest academic and industry breakthroughs; independently research and develop improvements to advance our technology.QualificationsA degree in Computer Science or related discipline.5+ years of industry experience as an engine or animation systems programmer.Experience on AAA character-based games or character-based VFX animation.Experience developing within a large existing codebase, collaborating or working independently within a large team.SkillsStrong C/C++ programming skills.Familiarity with common optimization and multi-threading techniques.Good communication skills; ability to clearly share complex technical information with programmers, animators, and technical artists.Strong 3D math skills.PlusesC# or Python programming skills.Experience creating, extending, or working directly with an animation system within a game engine.Involvement with pipeline or UI-based tools development or support.Experience creating or working directly with physics or gameplay systems.Practical success optimizing or debugging large/complex multi-threaded C++ code.How To ApplyPlease apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. Rockstar will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process, and to Rockstar employees to perform the essential functions of their roles, in compliance with applicable laws. For more information about Rockstar’s accommodation policies or to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.Additional informationSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries: Computer GamesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rockstar Games. Get notified about new Senior Animation Systems Programmer jobs in Carlsbad, CA.We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr