Senior Technical Animator , Amazon Industrial Robotics
About The Position
Amazon Industrial Robotics is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We're building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting-edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at an unprecedented scale, working with world-class teams pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotic dexterous manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction. This role presents an opportunity to shape the future of robotics through innovative applications of deep learning and large language models. We're seeking a Senior Technical Animator to join an innovative team working on advanced technology. This role combines industrial design expertise with technical animation capabilities to create and validate next-generation hardware solutions.
Requirements
- Experience in delivering design solutions for projects of large scope and complexity
- Experience using business or technical software like MS Excel, MS Project, and 3D modeling software
- Knowledge of and proficiency in Mocap tools such as OptiTrack, Motive, Shogun, or Nexus.
- 4+ years of experience with character development, actions, and reactions
- Bachelor's degree or above in Animation, Character Animation, Industrial Design Interaction Design, Game Design, Film or related discipline.
- 7+ years of experience in consumer, commercial, or medical product design
- Experience with product, manufacturing, and engineering constraints
- Programming knowledge in C#, C++, Blueprint, or Python
- Experience with Interactive Animation Prototyping for VR environments
- Demonstrated experience shipping consumer products
Nice To Haves
- Experience in mentoring, leading and coaching
- Master's degree in Industrial Design or Animation
- Experience with CAD modelling software, such as Solidworks or Rhino
- Experience transforming raw thoughts into clear technical documentation and/or direction.
- Experience establishing animation-to-engineering handoff pipelines and documentation standards
- Excellent communication skills: visual, verbal, and written
- Experience with VR development and real-time headset use
- Ability to solve problems through hands-on prototyping and experimentation
- Strong understanding of physics principles and motion dynamics
Responsibilities
- Lead product design efforts from concept to execution, creating both physical and virtual prototypes
- MoCap data cleanup and processing including skeleton retargeting and FBX export pipelines
- VR Performance Optimization and real-time skeleton validation
- Design and animate complex mechanical systems with accurate physics and real-world constraints
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including engineers, researchers, and product managers
- Create interactive simulations to test and validate design concepts before physical production
- Develop and maintain project schedules in a fast-paced environment
- Guide teams through user-centered design processes
- Present technical solutions to stakeholders through visual demonstrations
Benefits
- equity
- sign-on payments
- medical
- financial
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
