Full-Time

Senior Gameplay Animation Engineer

Posted on 9/21/2023

2K

2K

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops and publishes interactive video games

Consumer Software
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$87.8k - $140.4kAnnually

+ Bonuses + Equity Awards

Senior

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Hybrid position requiring onsite presence in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Category
Animation
Art, Graphics & Animation
Required Skills
Animation

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
  • 5+ years of proven experience working as an Animation or Gameplay Engineer for AAA games on consoles
  • Expertise and experience with C++
  • Solid 3D math and linear algebra skills
  • Ability to write clean, well-documented, and efficient code
  • Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work and collaborate effectively as part of a team
Responsibilities
  • Work with existing technology and build new technology to fulfill the project’s technical requirements and design goals
  • Collaborate closely with gameplay engineers and designers to identify and develop new animation features
  • Advise on feasibility of design vision and propose solutions to AI challenges
  • Write and maintain well-documented robust and performant code
  • Optimize code and debug animation issues
  • Have and share opinions on the design of the game and game quality
  • Identify and diagnose issues in the game
  • Analyze the sport to recreate player behaviors authentically
  • Assist more junior engineers in making the best use of existing and new Animation features
  • Conduct regular code reviews to ensure quality and consistency
  • Keep up to date with the latest industry/academic work for consideration for the Animation toolset

2K develops and publishes video games, catering to a wide audience that includes casual gamers, hardcore enthusiasts, and professional eSports players. The company collaborates with well-known game studios like Supermassive Games and Firaxis Games to create engaging titles across various genres. Their games, such as "The Quarry" and "TopSpin 2K25," offer unique experiences, including interactive drama and sports simulation with real-world players. 2K generates revenue through direct game sales, downloadable content (DLC), in-game purchases, and exclusive content partnerships. This diverse approach to revenue sets 2K apart from competitors, as they not only focus on game sales but also enhance player engagement through additional content and seasonal passes. The company's goal is to deliver high-quality gaming experiences that resonate with a broad audience.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Novato, California

Founded

2005

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Benefits

Health Care Benefits

Health Savings Account (HSA) Including Company Contribution

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401k Retirement Plan

Life and Disability Benefits

Group Legal Plan

Wellbeing Program

Childcare Benefits

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Generous Compassionate Leave

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