Animation Programmer

Animation Programmer
We are looking for a talented Animation Programmer to join our team and create high quality animation code for an unannounced project. It is a multiplayer, third-person game with a contemporary setting.

A successful candidate will be a skilled and motivated animation programmer able to write concise, logical, bug-free multiplayer animation code in a modern 3D game engine.

Candidates local to Ontario, Canada are preferred, but this is not a requirement.

NOTE: For the foreseeable future, all positions at Tactic Studios will be performed remotely, working from home. We are flexible to accommodate the unique needs you may have to ensure a productive, healthy work environment under the present circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain clear, concise, bug-free, multiplayer animation code to meet design requirements.
• Work with the lead programmer and technical director to architect and implement low level animation systems that support the needs of our game engine in the long term.
• Debug, optimize, or modify code to adhere to quality, readability, and reliability standards.
• Review, playtest, and verify code to ensure correctness, robustness and fun factor.
• Collaborate with designers and animators to understand and implement features that are functional, easy to use, and support the vision of the game.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.
• Expert proficiency with C++ and/or Java.
• Experience writing and debugging code inside a proprietary or commercial 3D game engine such as Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Experience writing both high level and low level animation systems.
• Deep knowledge of a wide range of video game genres and a technical understanding of how animation systems are implemented.
• Motivated self-starter with exceptional technical ability and strong communication skills.
• Passionate about developing high quality video games.

Bonus Skills

• Experience with animation or rigging using 3DS Max or Maya.
• Experience with other programming disciplines such as gameplay and AI.

How to Apply
You will need to provide:

• Resume detailing your experience. (required)
• Cover letter. (preferred)
• References. (preferred)

Send the aforementioned items either by link or as an attachment to jobs@tacticstudios.com, subject "Animation Programmer".