Principal Technical Artist: Animation

Job Description

Rockstar Games is seeking a passionate Principal Technical Artist – Animation to join their award-winning development team in Dundee, Scotland. The Principal Technical Artist will be responsible for developing new tools and technologies, improving pipelines, and managing complex workflows for the animation assets used in Rockstar's games. The successful candidate will work closely with fellow Technical Artists and related departments, providing support for the animation team and pushing engine features forward.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and support animation tools and pipelines in DCC and standalone contexts.
• Develop automated solutions to process data without user input.
• Provide thorough and thoughtful feedback (for example during code reviews and mentorship).
• Work with Runtime and Animation teams to push engine features forward.
• Write clear documentation for tools and workflows created.
• Help problem solve and diagnose unexpected issues effecting animators.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of professional experience as a Technical Artist or similar role writing tools.
• Experience working through a full production cycle of a released game or equivalent experience working on long term projects or toolsets.
• Experience mentoring more junior team members.
• A strong understanding of coding UI using PySide or PyQt including use of advanced features.
• A strong understanding of the underlying math that 3D animation systems utilize.
• A strong understanding of software engineering concepts and patterns.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think outside the box.
• Experience driving new ideas forward from conception to final product.
• Experience writing C++.
• Experience working with in-engine animation systems.
• Knowledge of character rigging and related tools and systems.

Role Offers:

• Opportunity to work on large-scale creative projects.
• Inclusive, highly-motivated environment.
• Full-time, permanent, in-office position.