Senior Content Rigger (Contract) - Sledgehammer Games

DEMONWARE (CANADA) , INC.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Demonware is seeking a Senior Content Rigger (Contract) to join Sledgehammer Games in a hybrid/Canada-based role. You will rig and skin complex assets, develop tooling for the animation pipeline, and push runtime hair and physics quality while coordinating with teams across US, Canada, UK and Australia.

The role emphasizes external collaboration, pipeline optimization, and a strong emphasis on collaboration within a small, dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in computer science, graphic art, or related field.
• 5+ years in games industry with console development experience.
• Solid knowledge of Maya as a pipeline tool.
• Experience working with external developers and teams.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee external dev for rigging, provide feedback and documentation.
• Rigging and skinning characters, weapons, and vehicles including dynamics.
• Improve and design pipeline and workflow.
• Build tools and processes for content authoring with focus on UX, quality and efficiency.
• Manage dynamics, in-game physics, debugging and optimization.
• Cloth/Hair simulation with Maya is a plus.

Skills

Rigging

Skinning

Pipeline design

Tooling development

Communication

External collaboration

Education

Computer Science

Graphic Art

Related field

Tools

Maya

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

Job Title

Senior Content Rigger (Contract) - Sledgehammer Games

Requisition ID

R028210

Job Opening Type

Backfill Headcount

Job Description

Your Platform

Sledgehammer Games is a leading developer in the video game industry, best known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise. Since its founding in 2009, the studio has delivered iconic titles like "Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare," "Call of Duty: WWII," and most recently, "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III." We combine cutting-edge technology with creative vision to produce games that resonate with players worldwide. With a focus on creating high-quality multiplayer experiences and captivating single-player campaigns, we continue to shape the future of first-person shooters.

We are looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our team. In this role you will partner closely with our teams at our other studio locations in the United States, Canada, U.K. and Australia in the creation of epic content for some of the biggest games in the world. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment where your skills can make a real impact, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.

Sledgehammer Games is part of the Activision family and is wholly owned by Microsoft. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at www.sledgehammergames.com or search for Sledgehammer Games on your favorite social media platform.

Please note: This is a Temporary Fixed-Term Contract, up to one (1) year. This opportunity can be either a Hybrid position based in our Toronto Studio or Remote in Canada. Existing work authorization is required.

Your Mission

You will be rigging and skinning complex character, vehicle, and prop assets as well as building tooling to support the animation team and animation pipeline. You will help push the runtime quality of hair, dynamics and physics on skinned assets using in-game. Help oversee external rigging team, coordinate with production on timelines and manage feedback to retain the high quality bar.

• Oversee external dev for rigging, providing feedback and documentation to ensure quality is present.
• Rigging and skinning characters, weapons, and vehicles. Including dynamics and simulations.
• Improving and designing pipeline and workflow
• Building tools and processes that facilitate content authoring with an emphasis on user experience, quality and efficiency
• Dynamics and in-game physics setup, R&D, debugging and optimization
• Cloth/Hair simulation ability In Maya or Game Is a huge plus

Player Profile

• Degree or Certificate in Computer Science, Graphic Art or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in the games industry with 5+ years of experience on console game development
• Developing pipeline and workflow
• Solid knowledge of Maya
• Knowledge of at least one major commercial game engine (e.g. Unreal, Unity)
• Experience working with external developers
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• The ability to collaborate effectively in a small, dynamic team

Bonus Points

• Developing pipeline and workflow Computer programming/scripting experience (e.g., C++, Python, PyQt)
• Experience working on a first-person shooter
• Experience shipping a highly competitive multiplayer game

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

Our World

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We're driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk's™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our "press start" is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We're not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we're forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We're in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entert