Animation Programmer

Bloober Team SA; Kraków; Remote; PLN 100,000 - 160,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Bloober Team SA is seeking an Animation Programmer to maintain and enhance our animation codebase for cross-system stability. You will prototype animation systems for AI-controlled enemies and work closely with gameplay and AI programmers to ensure seamless integration of logic and animation.

Ideal candidates have solid C++ skills, experience with UE4/UE5 animation workflows, debugging tools, and locomotion prototyping.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of C++
• Experience with Unreal Engine 4/5 and animation systems
• Experience debugging/profiling UE projects using built-in tools
• Prototyping locomotion systems in UE
• Familiarity with VS2022 and/or Rider
• Self-reliant problem solving and iteration

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve animation codebase across platforms
• Prototype and implement animation systems for AI-controlled enemies
• Collaborate with gameplay/AI programmers to align logic and animation
• Stay updated on animation technology trends and bring new ideas to the team

Skills

C++

UE4/UE5

Animation systems

UE debugging tools

Locomotion prototyping

VS2022/Rider

Self-motivation

Tools

Perforce

Rewind Debugger

Job description

Looking to break the mold and build unforgettable games? Join a game dev studio run by actual gamers.

Bloober Team is not your usual layoff-prone studio. We've got a solid foundation with big plans for the future and believe strongly in creating a collaborative environment where every voice matters. Here, you'll have the chance to co-create and leave your mark on the gaming industry, working on exciting new projects that all share Bloober Team’s unique horror-infused DNA.

What sets us apart?

Inclusive culture: We believe in fostering a welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels valued and empowered.

Remote-friendly options: We offer flexibility, allowing you to contribute your best work from wherever you thrive.

Solid foundation: As a financially stable company with a clear vision, we invest heavily in our team and our projects.

Passionate team: You'll be surrounded by dedicated individuals who share your love for creating compelling horror experiences.

Currently we are looking for:

Animation Programmer

What you'll be doing:

• Maintaining and improving our animation code base, keeping cross-system functionality solid,
• Prototyping and implementing animation systems for AI-controlled enemies,
• Working closely with gameplay and AI programmers to keep logic and animation working smoothly together,
• Staying up to date with animation tech and trends, and bringing new ideas to the team.

Job requirements

Feel free to apply if you have:

• Solid knowledge of C++,
• Solid knowledge of UE4 or UE5,
• Experience with UE animation systems,
• Comfortable debugging and profiling with UE tech (e.g. Rewind Debugger),
• Experience in prototyping and implementing locomotion systems,
• Knowledge of VS2022 and/or Rider,
• Self-reliance when it comes to solving problems,

It would be also nice to have:

• Experience with GAS (Gameplay Ability System),
• Knowledge of Perforce (P4),
• Experience working on a UE-based AA/AAA title in a similar role,
• Experience optimizing code for consoles (PS5/XSX),
• Experience with multithreading and animation fast path optimization.