Technical Animator
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- Montreal, QC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Design, implement, and maintain real-time animation systems in Unreal Engine (Animation Blueprints, State Machines, Control Rig, IK), supporting demanding multiplayer gameplay;
- Work hands-on in the editor to integrate, iterate on, and debug animations directly in game context, in close collaboration with gameplay, tech design, and animation teams;
- Own the robustness and performance of animation systems (networking, replication, LODs, CPU cost) within an online environment;
- Actively contribute to defining and evolving animation pipelines and tools to accelerate production and reduce team friction;
- Take end-to-end ownership of your systems, ensuring quality, readability, maintainability, and the ability to deliver in a live / GaaS-ready context.
- Strong expertise in technical animation using Unreal Engine
- Solid understanding of game engine workflows and tool development using digital content creation (DCC) software
- Knowledge of production processes and core animation principles
- Strong grasp of artistic anatomy and body mechanics
- Experience with rigging, animation systems, IK, and state machines
- Familiarity with scripting or tool development using Python, MaxScript, or animation DCC tools
- Basic skills in modeling and animation
- Ability to work with initiative, autonomy, and a strong sense of responsibility
- Attention to detail, adaptability, and openness to feedback
- Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with animation teams and cross-disciplinary partners