Senior Animation Programmer: Build Scalable Animation Systems

Build A Rocket Boy; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game development company in Edinburgh is looking for a Senior Animation Programmer. In this role, you will design and implement large scale animation systems, providing support and mentoring to junior staff. You should have strong C++ programming skills, a deep understanding of animation concepts, and experience with graph-based animation systems. The position offers excellent benefits, including mental health support, learning allowances, and generous annual leave that accommodates your celebrations.

Benefits

Unlimited coaching & therapy

Annual Learning Allowance

Stock Options

Compassionate Leave

Birthday Present

Birthday Day off

Caregiver Leave

New baby gift

Remote Working Budget

Pension scheme

Socials

29 Annual Leave + 3 bank holidays

Long Service Days

Private Medical Insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Enhanced Family Leave

Cycle2Work Scheme

Electric Car Charging

Qualifications

• Strong C++ programming and debugging skills.
• Excellent practical understanding of animation concepts.
• Experience with graph-based animation systems.
• Able to tune animation systems with minimal assistance.
• Capable of reading and understanding complex code.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality game animation systems.
• Support teams and deliver features for animation systems.
• Identify and debug technical problems rapidly.
• Mentor junior programmers and communicate effectively.

Skills

Strong C++ programming and debugging skills

Excellent understanding of animation concepts

Strong communication skills

Extensive algorithm and data structure skills

Videogame programming experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering or equivalent

Job description

A leading video game development company in Edinburgh is looking for a Senior Animation Programmer. In this role, you will design and implement large scale animation systems, providing support and mentoring to junior staff. You should have strong C++ programming skills, a deep understanding of animation concepts, and experience with graph-based animation systems. The position offers excellent benefits, including mental health support, learning allowances, and generous annual leave that accommodates your celebrations.