About the role
Company Description
Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help create the unknown!
Job Description
As a Technical Animator, you will join a small, empowered team building an ambitious multiplayer experience in Unreal Engine. We’re looking for hands‑on developers with a strong execution mindset, ownership, and pride in building something real - together.
What you'll do:
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Design, implement, and maintain real‑time animation systems in Unreal Engine (Animation Blueprints, State Machines, Control Rig, IK), supporting demanding multiplayer gameplay;
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Work hands‑on in the editor to integrate, iterate on, and debug animations directly in game context, in close collaboration with gameplay, tech design, and animation teams;
-
Own the robustness and performance of animation systems (networking, replication, LODs, CPU cost) within an online environment;
-
Actively contribute to defining and evolving animation pipelines and tools to accelerate production and reduce team friction;
-
Take end‑to‑end ownership of your systems, ensuring quality, readability, maintainability, and the ability to deliver in a live / GaaS‑ready context.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Technical Animator in Unreal Engine;
- Solid understanding of game engine workflows and tool development using digital content creation (DCC) software;
- Knowledge of production processes and animation principles;
- Strong grasp of artistic anatomy and body mechanics;
- Familiarity with rigging, animation systems, IK, and state machines;
- Experience with controllers and/or scripting (MaxScript and/or Python) and/or animation DCC tools;
- Basic modeling and animation skills;
- Strong work ethic and ability to synthesize information;
- Initiative and autonomy;
- Resourcefulness and self-learning mindset;
- Attention to detail;
- Adaptability, flexibility, and open-mindedness;
- Ability to receive, seek, and provide constructive feedback;
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills with animation team members and other project teams.
Not the right fit? Search for Technical Animator jobs in Montréal, QC
About Ubisoft Montréal
Nous créons l'inconnu depuis 1997. Chez Ubisoft Montréal, un but commun nous uni·es : enrichir la vie des joueuses et des joueurs grâce à des expériences de jeu originales et mémorables. Nous développons des franchises emblématiques qui fascinent des millions de personnes à travers le monde, incluant Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, For Honor, Rainbow Six, Watch Dogs - et, bon, on ne peut quand même pas dévoiler tous nos secrets.
Notre plus grande force est (et sera toujours) notre communauté d’employé·es : les talents audacieux qui soutiennent et produisent les jeux de qualité qui ont marqué l’histoire de notre studio.
Quand vous rejoignez Ubi MTL, vous découvrez un milieu de travail qui éveille la créativité et favorise les connexions : un environnement composé d'une variété de voix, d'identités, d'origines, d'expériences et de perspectives. Nous offrons un espace axé sur la collaboration et qui mise sur l'avancement professionnel, une foule d'opportunités d'apprentissage ainsi que d’importants avantages sociaux pour le bien-être.
Ici, notre désir de rêver gros, de prendre des risques et d’évoluer contribue à l'innovation et au dépassement des limites qui mènent finalement à notre succès collectif.
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About the role
Company Description
Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help create the unknown!
Job Description
As a Technical Animator, you will join a small, empowered team building an ambitious multiplayer experience in Unreal Engine. We’re looking for hands‑on developers with a strong execution mindset, ownership, and pride in building something real - together.
What you'll do:
-
Design, implement, and maintain real‑time animation systems in Unreal Engine (Animation Blueprints, State Machines, Control Rig, IK), supporting demanding multiplayer gameplay;
-
Work hands‑on in the editor to integrate, iterate on, and debug animations directly in game context, in close collaboration with gameplay, tech design, and animation teams;
-
Own the robustness and performance of animation systems (networking, replication, LODs, CPU cost) within an online environment;
-
Actively contribute to defining and evolving animation pipelines and tools to accelerate production and reduce team friction;
-
Take end‑to‑end ownership of your systems, ensuring quality, readability, maintainability, and the ability to deliver in a live / GaaS‑ready context.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Technical Animator in Unreal Engine;
- Solid understanding of game engine workflows and tool development using digital content creation (DCC) software;
- Knowledge of production processes and animation principles;
- Strong grasp of artistic anatomy and body mechanics;
- Familiarity with rigging, animation systems, IK, and state machines;
- Experience with controllers and/or scripting (MaxScript and/or Python) and/or animation DCC tools;
- Basic modeling and animation skills;
- Strong work ethic and ability to synthesize information;
- Initiative and autonomy;
- Resourcefulness and self-learning mindset;
- Attention to detail;
- Adaptability, flexibility, and open-mindedness;
- Ability to receive, seek, and provide constructive feedback;
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills with animation team members and other project teams.
Not the right fit? Search for Technical Animator jobs in Montréal, QC
About Ubisoft Montréal
Nous créons l'inconnu depuis 1997. Chez Ubisoft Montréal, un but commun nous uni·es : enrichir la vie des joueuses et des joueurs grâce à des expériences de jeu originales et mémorables. Nous développons des franchises emblématiques qui fascinent des millions de personnes à travers le monde, incluant Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, For Honor, Rainbow Six, Watch Dogs - et, bon, on ne peut quand même pas dévoiler tous nos secrets.
Notre plus grande force est (et sera toujours) notre communauté d’employé·es : les talents audacieux qui soutiennent et produisent les jeux de qualité qui ont marqué l’histoire de notre studio.
Quand vous rejoignez Ubi MTL, vous découvrez un milieu de travail qui éveille la créativité et favorise les connexions : un environnement composé d'une variété de voix, d'identités, d'origines, d'expériences et de perspectives. Nous offrons un espace axé sur la collaboration et qui mise sur l'avancement professionnel, une foule d'opportunités d'apprentissage ainsi que d’importants avantages sociaux pour le bien-être.
Ici, notre désir de rêver gros, de prendre des risques et d’évoluer contribue à l'innovation et au dépassement des limites qui mènent finalement à notre succès collectif.