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Epic Games

Senior Technical Animator

Department
Engineering
Job Type / Location
Cary
Experience Required
5+ years
Posted On

What We Do

Push your artistic and technical skills to the limit and help build the most engaging and immersive experiences in the industry. As a part of the Art team, you'll work alongside passionate and talented artists, designers, and engineers to create the next generation of interactive 3D content.

What You'll Do

  • Work closely with animators, artists, and engineers to define, create, and maintain efficient character animation pipelines and workflows
  • Develop and maintain animation tools, rigs, and systems in Unreal Engine 5
  • Troubleshoot and solve complex technical animation issues
  • Collaborate on animation system design and implementation
  • Mentor and guide junior technical animators
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies

What We're Looking For

  • 5+ years of experience as a Technical Animator in the game industry
  • Strong understanding of Unreal Engine 5 animation systems and tools
  • Proficiency in Maya and other 3D animation software
  • Experience with character animation, rigging, and skinning
  • Solid scripting skills in Python, C++, MEL, or visual scripting (e.g., Blueprint)
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A passion for games and a deep understanding of animation principles
  • This role is open to various locations across the US, including Bellevue, WA, and Orlando, FL.

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