Animation Programmer - Remote or OnSite

Studio Wildcard•Seattle, WA

2d•$70,000 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

We're Studio Wildcard, developers of the smash indie hit ARK: Survival Evolved -- one of the most popular and original video games in recent years. Despite our massive success, we've been able to stay independent, so that we can steer our own future in games and beyond. There's never been a better time for you to join this adventure and help us build ARK Survival Ascended, the next chapter of our original hit franchise! We're expanding and updating many of the ARK community's most beloved features while taking full advantage of the latest tools and technologies. And now we're searching for an exceptionally talented and passionate Technical Artist who can create high-impact work for the expanding ARK franchise.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in game development as an animation programmer with at least 1 shipped title
Advanced understanding of animation systems
Strong self-motivation and willingness to participate in many areas of game development
Experience using Unreal Engine 5

Nice To Haves

C++ experience
Degree in computer science or a related field
Experience with Rigging and Animation
Tool Programming, MEL, PyMel Python
Houdini experience

Responsibilities

Design, write, and implement animation systems, using Unreal Engine Animation Blueprints and Control Rigs
Work closely with cross-functional teams to improve current solutions and create new ones
Create documentation and provide pipeline improvements

Benefits

We pay 100% of all premiums for the employee and discounted rates for dependent premiums.
Our coverage includes Medical (5 different plans to choose from), Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k) option, 100% covered Parental Leave, PTO, Paid Holidays, Unlimited Sick Time, and FSA/ HSA options

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