Lead Gameplay Animation Programmer

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Manchester, Greater Manchester, England
Junior
Fintech • Payments • Financial Services
The Role
The Lead Gameplay Animation Programmer will oversee and implement robust code for high fidelity animations in a large-scale game environment. Responsibilities include mentoring team members, documenting technical designs, and collaborating with animators to enhance asset pipeline and achieve animation fidelity.
Summary Generated by Built In

We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the “Best Damn Space Sim Ever”. We want to build the best we can deliver and we believe wholeheartedly in the value of exceptional diverse talent.

In our bespoke, ground-breaking, multi-threaded engine the Lead Gameplay Animation Programmer is instrumental in driving the team to deliver high fidelity animated characters, vehicles, and environments in a large-scale interactive universe. 
 

Whether it is working on customisable run-time rigged faces using our DNA system, researching seamless transitions via motion matching of large amounts of motion captured data or leveraging physicalized reactions together with animation driven ragdolls; the goal is always to be as ambitious as possible with focus on up-to-date technology, scalability for our massive scope and attention to every detail. 

Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history. 
 

For more information about life at Cloud Imperium Games, check this out - https://youtu.be/cXjp7SRBpIA 

What do our Lead Gameplay Animation Programmers do? 

Although the Lead Gameplay Animation Programmer role is quite varied, the responsibilities boil down to five main areas: 

  • Overseeing the design and implementation well-engineered, reliable, scalable and robust code. 

  • Document and peer review technical designs across several multi-disciplinary teams. 

  • Provide mentorship, day-to-day management and career progression support for other animation programmers. 

  • Working closely with animators to assist with asset pipeline, provide access to procedural solutions, handle complex transition flows and ensure end result achieves expected fidelity. 

  • Driving engineering principles and practices for your team, pushing boundaries and promoting new innovative ways of working. 
     

What do we look for? 

A true passion for making games is a must with a keen interest in animation, and we would also like it if you: 

  • A programming background in animation, with a history of managerial duties. 

  • Proficiency in 3D math and 3D animation, including procedural solutions, run-time rigging, layer blending and optimization. 

  • Work well in a co-located yet collaborative team environment. 

  • Be friendly and approachable for all team members, all roles and levels. 

  • Can explain and present technical solutions to all disciplines. 
     

At Cloud Imperium Games we are looking for several Animation Programmers with various levels of experience – from junior all the way to senior, and beyond! Therefore, if our Animation team sounds like your perfect fit, please apply immediately!
Diversity Statement

CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.
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If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities, as well as reaching out to us at info[@]cloudimperiumgames.com with any information you may have.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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3D Animation
3D Math
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Marcum LLP is a national accounting and advisory services firm dedicated to helping entrepreneurial, middle-market companies and high net worth individuals achieve their goals.

Since 1951, clients have chosen Marcum for our insightful guidance in helping them forge pathways to success, whatever challenges they’re facing.

Marcum offers a complete spectrum of tax, assurance and advisory services. Marcum’s industry-focused practices offer deep insight and specialized services to privately held and publicly registered companies, and nonprofit and social sector organizations. The Firm also provides a full complement of technology, wealth management, and executive search and staffing services.

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