Senior Technical Animator Job at CI Games in New Bremen

Join CI Games and be part of shaping the future of gaming . As we embark on an ambitious strategic roadmap with major releases planned for 2025-2028, we're seeking a talented and dedicated Senior Technical Animator to help us create ground-breaking experiences that captivate players worldwide. A career at CI Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium. You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. Key Responsibilities: Technical Implementation & Animation Systems (Unreal) Act as a key contributor to Unreal animation technology, helping to implement and maintain the technical vision for character pipelines and runtime systems. Design and maintain complex animation systems within Unreal Engine, with a heavy focus on Animation Blueprints and Control Rig. Contribute to the integration of new characters by implementing their Physics and Cloth assets, and fine-tuning their LODs Research and prototype new techniques to enhance animation quality and workflow efficiency for the wider team. Characters & Pipeline Support (Maya) Participate in the creation of high-quality character and weapon rigs that meet the demands of our artistic and gameplay vision, using our internal Maya rigging tools. Help improve the character pipeline by contributing to the development and maintaining of essential Python-based tools for the animation team. Collaborate with engineers to solve complex technical challenges and ensure the performance and stability of all animation systems. Collaboration & Mentorship Provide technical guidance and feedback to junior and mid-level technical animators, fostering their skills and growth. Collaborate closely with the Technical Animation Lead and Director to translate artistic needs into robust technical solutions. Document best practices for the technical animation pipeline to ensure consistency and quality across all projects. Track your progress on a daily basis and help evaluating and scheduling upcoming tasks. Let's be honest! On occasions, this role may be challenging. This is a highly technical role where you’ll be expected to solve complex animation problems independently and alongside your team. You will need to balance the creative ambitions of the animation team with the technical constraints of the engine, which requires excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Your role will be fully remote which may be sometimes challenging. Key Requirements: 5+ years of experience in technical animation, with a proven track record in a senior capacity. Shipped at least one AA+ title in a technical animation capacity. Expert-level expertise with Unreal Engine, specifically with Animation Blueprints, State Machines, and #J-18808-Ljbffr