Join Romero Games as we develop John Romero’s next First Person Shooter in partnership with a major publisher! This is an unprecedented opportunity to join a thriving independent development studio and work on a high-profile title that will be played by millions of gamers worldwide.

We are looking for a Technical Animator to join our growing team on a full-time basis. The Technical Animator will be responsible for the technical design and in-game implementation of character animations. You should be able to solve any technological issues related to animation production. In close cooperation with the Design, Concept, and Art teams you will work on improving the existing pipelines and developing new tools to assist and expedite asset and animation creation.

This position is open to remote work for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Works with Concept, Design, and Art team to collaboratively bring characters to life
In-game implementation and optimization of gameplay animation features and assets in cooperation with animators and designers
Develop technical animation pipelines and tools to help deliver cutting edge animations
Create automated animation setups and rigs
Creatively and proactively solve resource-restricted technical challenges while working on the animation assets that make it in game

Requirements

Experience in creating animation assets for PC and Console games using tools such as 3DS Max, Maya, Motion Builder, etc.
An understanding of animation graphs and techniques - state machines, blend trees, blendspaces, etc.
At least three years of relevant experience in the game industry
Strong understanding of character animation pipelines
Self-driven, responsible and detail-oriented
Passion for computer games
Ability to adapt to new technologies

Preferences

Experience using Unreal Engine
Experience working with motion capture performances and data
Knowledge of complex rigging

Romero Games Benefits

Ownership. Everyone in the company benefits from ownership in the company. Every full-time Romero Games employee is given a stake.
Vacation: Time off for vacation. Four weeks vacation per year + 10 national holidays.
Hybrid Working. Flexible working hours, including work-from-home and remote work.
Bonus Weeks: Bonus week off in your 5th year and 10th year.
Sabbaticals: At 5+ years, should you choose to take unpaid time for a personal project, we will cover 20% of your pay provided that it is in your area of interest.
Premium Health. Premium health benefits, plus extended healthcare coverage.
Fertility Leave: For employees undergoing IVF treatment, surrogacy or other forms of fertility treatment, two days per cycle for recovery or travel.
Relocation assistance. Flexible start dates, relocation reimbursement and assistance in finding housing.
Life-Friendly Policies: We understand that work is one of the things that you do and that life happens. We have a long and consistent pattern of life-friendly management, whether taking your kids to creche, assisting your parents with an appointment, or taking your pet to the vet.
Compassionate Leave / Bereavement. We support employees by offering paid time off during bereavement for immediate family. This includes loss of pregnancy, including the loss of surrogate pregnancy.
Parental Leave and Support. Family-focused benefits include paid maternity and paternity leave and flexible work hours. Most people here are parents. We get it.
Social Events. Regular social events such as pub nights (including online pub nights), holiday parties, barbecues and conferences, with accommodation and travel covered by us.
Expert Speakers. Monthly insider expert seminars with renowned creators such as John Carmack, Rhianna Pratchett (Tomb Raider), Warren Spector (Deus Ex), David Brevik (Diablo), Harvey Smith (Dishonored), Josh Sawyer (Pillars of Eternity), and more.
Bike to Work Programme: Within Ireland, using the Bike-to-Work government initiative, employees obtain a brand new bike and safety equipment worth up to €1,250 for a regular bike, and up to €1,500 for an electric bike. The scheme covers your new bike and gear, saving 52% of the retail price of bike and equipment. https://www.biketowork.ie/