Senior Animator

Unknown Worlds is looking for a highly skilled Senior Animator to join our globally distributed team and contribute to the development of Subnautica 2. We are seeking a self-motivated professional with a deep passion for game creation and the ability to craft responsive, expressive characters and creatures that elevate the player experience.

Key responsibilities

• Create high-quality animations that meet both the aesthetic and technical requirements of the project.
• Collaborate closely with design, narrative, and engineering teams to ensure animated assets feel responsive and expressive.
• Work with the animation lead and technical art team to refine tools, technology, and implementation pipelines.
• Manage your own production workload and timeboxes to ensure all milestone goals are met consistently.
• Mentor junior team members and provide constructive feedback to help maintain a high visual bar across the project.

Requirements

• 7+ years of professional experience as an Animator, including at least one shipped title using Unreal Engine.
• Advanced proficiency in Unreal Engine and experience with Blender or similar animation software.
• Extensive knowledge of animation pipelines, including strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fully remote, collaborative environment.
• Strong understanding of art fundamentals and the ability to demonstrate excellent aesthetic judgment.

What we offer

• The opportunity to work on a globally recognized franchise within a creative and supportive team.
• A fully remote work environment that encourages self-management and professional growth.
• Access to industry-leading tools and the chance to influence animation workflows and pipelines.