ANIMATION PROGRAMMER
OUR STUDIO
At Soliton Interactive, we share a passion for video game technologies. In addition to our internal game development projects, we assist game teams worldwide in unlocking new gameplay and accelerating their development through technological innovation by providing expertise in engine programming, physics, simulation, and networking. At Soliton Interactive, you will work with some of the most exciting technologies in the industry alongside experienced individuals.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for an experienced ANIMATION PROGRAMMER who exhibits passion and curiosity in building complex systems and a desire to push the barriers of technology in video games. At Soliton Interactive you will work with some of the industry’s most exciting technology alongside talented individuals. Working across multiple projects, you will take the lead in implementing next-generation animation systems, seizing the opportunity to innovate and elevate the quality of animation in AAA games. You will work in collaboration with design and gameplay developers to find technical solutions to help our partners achieve their vision.
As an ANIMATION PROGRAMMER, you will be responsible to:
- Work closely with cross-discipline teams including programmers, designers, etc.
- Implement software autonomously in C++.
- Lead animation graph programming within our proprietary engine, ensuring efficient and scalable solutions for complex animation behaviors.
- Spearhead the establishment of groundwork towards Motion Matching technology for future games, anticipating the needs of exciting next-gen AAA titles.
- Coordinate and communicate with our partners’ creative and engineering teams.
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
- Create design documentation according to team standards.
- Be an active participant in our code review process.
- Contribute positively to the achievement of the project and team objectives.
- Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies related to game engine development, animation, and explore new and emerging technologies to improve the game development process.
EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proficiency in C++ programming.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in game development, with a focus on animation programming.
- Previous experience working on AAA games is highly desirable.
OTHER SKILLS
- Excellent written and oral communication and good interpersonal skills to interact and collaborate with various people.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, in person and remotely.
- Ability to prioritize, plan, organize work, manage time, and work on time.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Analytical, synthesis, and optimization skills
- Strong understanding of low-level animation concepts and techniques.
- Familiarity with animation tools and pipelines.
- Experience with animation sequencers.
WHAT TO SEND OUR WAY
- Your CV and presentation letter.
WHAT WE OFFER
- A competitive salary
- Wide range of benefits (group insurance, competitive vacation policy, weekly team meals, etc.)
- A flexible work schedule and working location (hybrid mode with 2 days per week at the studio)
- To be part of a growing studio and have a true impact on your daily work.
- Opportunity to work on innovative, exciting projects with the newest technologies.
- An informal atmosphere, no dress code, no unwanted formalities.
- Lots of fun like game nights, 5@7, coffee, and snacks…
At Soliton, we recognize that skills and competencies come in different forms and may be based on different experiences, which is why we strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not have all the requirements listed above.
NOTE ON INCLUSION: Soliton Interactive is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, religion, marital status, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.