Full-Time

Technical Designer in Animation

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Epic Games

Epic Games

10,001+ employees

Develops games and provides development tools

Consumer Software
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$123.4k - $189.6kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Remote in USA

Open to multiple locations across North America and Europe, including California and Washington.

Category
Character Design
Animation
Art, Graphics & Animation
Required Skills
Unreal Engine
Animation
C/C++
Requirements
  • A strong animation sense with a clear understanding of realistic and stylized character motion and how to achieve them with modern animation methods
  • Expertise with animation pipelines, including source content creation tools such as Maya, MotionBuilder, and the Unreal Engine using our Control Rig toolset
  • Exceptional problem-solving ability with strong written communication and teamwork skills
  • Familiarity with gameplay animation tools and concepts, such as blend trees and state machines; experience with Unreal Engine Animation Blueprints is a plus
  • Experience with AAA game development, preferably on a large team using an established game engine (internal or commercial); experience with Unreal Engine is a plus
  • Self-motivation, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently
  • Coding knowledge or experience with C++ is not required, but a plus
Responsibilities
  • Creation of animation behavior tools/techniques/philosophies that allow the building of complex movement systems
  • Design and implement animation state machines/behaviors and runtime solutions
  • Work closely with the Animation, Design, and Programming departments to analyze, troubleshoot, and solve in-game animation implementation issues and animation-related technical challenges
  • Closely collaborate with the animation leadership to maintain the style and quality bar for animations in the game
  • Look for opportunities to improve the animation pipeline/workflow and help provide solutions for technical animation problems, including performing training and creating documentation for the animation team

Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games, including titles like "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on platforms such as iOS, Android, and PC. The company also provides Epic Online Services, which offer tools for backend support and online multiplayer features to help other developers manage their games. Unlike many competitors, Epic Games shares its technology, including the widely-used Unreal Engine, which empowers other developers. The company's goal is to enhance gaming experiences for players while supporting developers with the necessary tools and resources.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$8.4B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

38%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Expansion into metaverse experiences with LEGO could attract new player demographics.
  • Focus on user-generated content increases player engagement and retention.
  • Advancements in Unreal Engine technology attract developers seeking cutting-edge tools.

What critics are saying

  • FTC's $72 million refund settlement highlights issues with monetization practices.
  • Ongoing legal battle with Google could lead to further legal expenses.
  • $275 million fine for privacy violations indicates significant compliance risks.

What makes Epic Games unique

  • Epic Games offers a powerful game engine, Unreal Engine, for high-fidelity game development.
  • The company supports cross-platform play, enhancing player connectivity across devices.
  • Epic Games collaborates with celebrities, like Lionel Messi, to boost in-game engagement.

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Benefits

Health coverage - 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match and profit share

Robust mental well-being programs & free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents

Unlimited PTO & sick time

Paid sabbatical