Full-time

Animation Engineer — Next-Gen Character Systems

Posted by CD PROJEKT RED • May 31, 2026

📍 vancouver, bc, Canada
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Description

Join CD PROJEKT RED as an Animation Engineer focusing on next-gen character systems in Vancouver. This position blends innovation in animation with R&D collaboration.

Ideal for candidates with a strong background in game programming, this role requires 7+ years of expertise in character animation systems. You will design advanced tools, optimize workflows, and collaborate closely with animation and game design teams. Your contributions will define the quality of character motion and enhance user experience.

Key Responsibilities: • Create and maintain next-gen character animation systems • Work with teams to improve animation workflow • Optimize systems for various platforms' performance • Prototype groundbreaking procedural animation methods • Coach junior programmers and uphold code standards

Requirements: • 7+ years in game programming with a focus on animation • Strong C++ proficiency, particularly in optimization • Understanding of real-time animation and...

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