Animation Programmer

Flying Wild Hog is seeking a skilled Gameplay Animation Programmer with a passion for creating immersive gaming experiences. As a Gameplay Animation Programmer, you will play a vital role in developing and optimizing animation systems, ensuring seamless integration with gameplay mechanics and character movement. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with animators, AI designers, and fellow programmers to deliver high-quality animations that enhance player engagement.

• 3+ years of professional game and/or animation system development experience.

• A passion for Locomotion Systems, 3Cs, and gameplay animation aesthetics.

• Proficiency in C++ programming with strong practical knowledge.

• Extensive experience with animation techniques and systems including animation state machines, root motion, IK, and pose warping.

• Excellent understanding and application of linear algebra concepts in software development.

• Experience in multi-threaded programming and system tasks such as graphics, audio, I/O, networking, and memory handling.

• Familiarity with application-level programming tools and user-facing utilities.

• Strong interpersonal communication skills, able to effectively collaborate with both technical and non-technical team members.

• Prior experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining movement, motion matching, IK, and gameplay animation systems.

• At least 2 years of professional experience specifically in gameplay animations and character movement.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.

• Fluent in English, both written and verbal communication.