Animation Systems Architect

2 weeks ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Epic Games Full time
Lead Animation Programming Role at Epic Games

Epic Games, a leader in the game development industry, is seeking an experienced animation programming lead/director to join our team.

We offer a competitive salary of $$175,000 and excellent benefits package. Our ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in building runtime animation systems and tools in major game franchises or real-time engines. They should be skilled software engineers with expertise in runtime animation technology (IK, Quaternions, Motion Matching, etc.), machine learning, and procedural animation techniques.

About the Role
  • Design and implement animation features and tools for shipping first-party games.
  • Build and lead a team of experienced engineers and technical animators.
  • Work with other technology teams to advance animation technology across the company.
Requirements
  • 10+ years of experience in building runtime animation systems and tools.
  • Expertise in runtime animation technology (IK, Quaternions, Motion Matching, etc.) and machine learning.
  • A skilled software engineer with excellent C++ skills and debugging capability.
  • Experience writing tools and systems that improve user efficiency.
  • A track record of shipped products and research work/publications in animation technology, machine learning, or computer graphics.
What We Offer

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% coverage for employees and dependents, a robust mental well-being program, and a competitive employer match for our retirement savings plan. As a global company with 25 countries and 4,500+ employees, we value diverse teams and an inclusive work culture.

About Us

Epic Games has been making award-winning games and engine technology for over 25 years. Our Unreal Engine technology empowers content creators across various industries, from media and entertainment to automotive and architectural design. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and deeply value diversity and inclusion.



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