🎮 Unreal 5 Technical Animator - Blockbuster Extraction Shooter | Ironbelly Studios

Build the animation systems for a hardcore PC extraction shooter that veteran FPS players will obsess over.

Ironbelly Studios (300+ shipped projects) is developing an intensely competitive extraction shooter in Unreal Engine 5. Our 20+ person team of senior industry veterans is building server-authoritative multiplayer with advanced features including projectile penetration physics, complex AI state machines, and persistent reputation systems.

The Opportunity 🚀

You'll be the bridge between art and engineering, creating animation systems for:

• Competitive multiplayer with client prediction and reconciliation
• Advanced weapon trace mechanics and reload systems
• Dynamic bipedal/quadrupedal movement on complex terrain
• Vehicle rigs integrated with physics-based gameplay
• Persistent player customization and reputation tracking

What You'll Actually Do 💪

• Design, create, test, and maintain character/weapon/vehicle rigs
• Animate characters, weapons, and vehicles for in-game scenarios
• Create motion and deformation systems
• Develop pipeline tools to streamline production process
• Implement rigging tools that allow rapid prototyping while maintaining quality
• Collaborate with all departments to meet technical requirements
• Implement feedback from Lead and Art Director
• Manage timelines and tasks accordingly

You're Perfect If You Have ✅

• 3+ years as animator/technical rigger
• Minimum 1 AAA shipped title
• Expert skills in Maya
• Strong understanding of Unreal 5 rigging systems and pipelines
• Experience creating AAA character architecture and rigs
• Complex character and vehicle rigging experience in Maya and Unreal
• Strong understanding of facial and figure anatomy
• Absolute passion for playing and making video games
• Self-motivated and self-directed approach

Bonus Points For 🌟

• Strong portfolio showcasing traditional animation fundamentals
• Prior startup or small business experience
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Multi-lingual capabilities

What We Offer 🎁

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits
• Flexible hours with remote working potential
• Hybrid option: 1-2 days/week in office
• Direct input to business and creative strategy
• Autonomy and latitude within your role
• Tight-knit, highly experienced, fun-loving team