Cloud Chamber is hiring an Expert Gameplay Animation Software Engineer to build the animation systems powering our next AAA sports title. You'll join a multi-disciplinary team with animators and gameplay engineers, designing networked animation systems in Unreal Engine 5 that drive authentic movement and player interactions.
What You'll Do
- Develop and extend animation systems such as blend trees, IK, and motion matching
- Develop networked character movement using UE5’s plugins such as CMC or Mover
- Build sports-specific animations for locomotion, contact, and player interactions
- Replicate animation state across clients for seamless multiplayer experiences
- Develop procedural and physics-driven animation for realistic motion
- Partner with animators, designers, and gameplay engineers to deliver features
- Mentor engineers and contribute to team-wide technical growth
- Conduct code reviews to uphold quality and consistency
What We're Looking For
- 8+ years of software engineering experience in game development
- Expertise in C++ and Unreal Engine 5
- Excellent 3D math and linear algebra skills
- Deep experience building game animation systems and pipelines
- Strong understanding of UE5 networking, replication, and character movement
- Experience with state machines, blend trees, IK, or motion matching
- Familiarity with multi-threaded programming in performance-critical environments
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
Nice to Have
- Experience with procedural or physics-driven animation techniques
- Proficiency in Python for tools and pipeline development
- Track record of shipping AAA sports or simulation titles
- Passion for playing or watching sports
Technical Stack
- C++
- Unreal Engine 5
- Python
Team & Environment
You'll work on a multi-disciplinary team with animators and gameplay engineers.
Benefits & Compensation
- Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
- Bonus and/or equity awards for regular roles
- Salary range: $114,300 - $169,140 per year
Work Mode
This is a local role based in Vancouver, BC.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided suitable accommodations to enjoy equal employment opportunities.
