Senior Lead Animator — Unreal Engine & Mentoring

31st Union; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 123,200 - 182,360; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

14 paid holidays

15 to 25 paid vacation days

401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

31st Union in San Mateo, California is seeking a Lead Animator to enhance their game development team. In this role, you will lead high-quality animation projects, mentor team members, and collaborate closely with technical artists and game designers to bring innovative gameplay experiences to life.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in game development, particularly with AAA titles, and possess strong skills in Unreal Engine and animation software such as Maya. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 6–8+ years in game development with at least one shipped AAA title in animation.
• 2–4+ years in a leadership or mentoring role.
• Strong proficiency in Unreal Engine and advanced knowledge of Maya.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality in-game animations.
• Mentor team members and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define visual style.

Skills

Animation leadership

Unreal Engine expertise

Game development experience

Collaboration and communication

Education

Experience with AAA titles

Tools

Maya

Google Sheets

Perforce

Job description

31st Union in San Mateo, California is seeking a Lead Animator to enhance their game development team. In this role, you will lead high-quality animation projects, mentor team members, and collaborate closely with technical artists and game designers to bring innovative gameplay experiences to life.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in game development, particularly with AAA titles, and possess strong skills in Unreal Engine and animation software such as Maya. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.