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Techland

Polish video game developer and publisher

Gameplay Animator - Player

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/15/2026
No salary listed
Junior
Wrocław, Poland
In Person
Art, Graphics & AnimationAnimation & VFX

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 2 years of experience in the video games industry.
  • Experience working on AAA games for PC, PlayStation 4, or Xbox One.
  • Familiarity with animation systems such as Unreal or Unity.
  • Proficiency with 3D software such as 3ds Max, MotionBuilder, or Maya.
  • Experience with motion capture, including session planning, performing or directing sessions, and data analysis.
  • Strong experience with keyframe animation.
  • Experience working autonomously and delivering results on time.
  • Good communication skills to interact with other teams, including programmers, 2D artists, 3D artists, and VFX artists.
  • Passion for games and knowledge of and interest in the game development industry.
  • Very good command of English.
Responsibilities
  • Create character and object animations for AAA games.
  • Craft gameplay experiences.
  • Integrate created animations into the game engine's animation system.
Desired Qualifications
  • Practical knowledge of setting up Unreal Engine animation systems, including state machines, animation montages, and blend spaces.
  • Experience working with Motion Matching technology.
  • Strong ability to troubleshoot and solve technical animation challenges.

About the company

Techland is a Polish video game developer and publisher that creates and releases games and develops its own game engines, such as Chrome Engine and C-Engine. Its products are built with these proprietary engines to power open-world, action-focused titles like Dying Light and the Dead Island and Call of Juarez series across PC and consoles. The company differentiates itself through in-house engine development and a portfolio of long-running IPs, delivering expansive, narrative-driven experiences with strong world design. Techland aims to provide memorable gaming experiences worldwide by producing high-quality games and expanding its lineup with major, well-crafted titles.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Wroclaw, Poland

Founded

1991

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What believers are saying

  • Dying Light: The Beast launched in 2025 and got a major 2026 restoration upgrade.
  • Techland said no layoffs followed cancellations, keeping pipeline teams intact for new projects.
  • The fantasy AAA RPG remains Techland's biggest project, preserving upside beyond Dying Light.

What critics are saying

  • 2024 losses hit 135.2 million zlotys after canceling two projects.
  • Dying Light: The Beast skipped PS4 and Xbox One, shrinking the addressable audience.
  • Tencent embedded greater control in 2025, threatening Techland's independence and talent retention.

What makes Techland unique

  • Dying Light still owns parkour-first zombie combat, a rare, sticky mechanic mix.
  • Techland controls a proprietary pipeline, including C-Engine, shortening iteration on large worlds.
  • Tencent's 2024 majority stake gives Techland capital and publishing reach without full absorption.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Wellness Program
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Training Programs
  • Gym Membership

Growth & Insights and Company News

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Forbes
Mar 27th, 2025
Techland sold to Tencent for growth

Paweł and Aleksandra Marchewka discuss the acquisition of Techland by Chinese giant Tencent. Paweł explains that selling a majority stake was necessary for synergy and growth, aiming to create a global hit game. Despite concerns about losing independence, Techland retains control over game production. The deal with Tencent provides financial security and creative freedom, allowing Paweł to focus on his role as creative director. The couple emphasizes maintaining a balanced lifestyle despite their wealth.

GameWorldObserver.com
Jan 10th, 2024
Tencent paid over $1.5 billion to acquire 67% of Techland, according to analysts’ estimates | Game World Observer

Polish analysts have disclosed the estimated value of the deal between Tencent and Techland. It was the largest M&A transaction of 2023 in the country.

TheGamer
Mar 8th, 2022
Techland sp. z o. o launches patch that will transform Dying Light for PS5 players

But Techland has announced a patch that will transform Dying Light for PS5 players.