Senior Rigger Job at Digital Sun Games

Job Description

Digital Sun is a standout studio in the indie game world. With three successful titles behind us, we’re always pushing creative boundaries and exploring new frontiers. Now, we’re searching for talented individuals to join us as we take on fresh challenges and continue shaping the future of indie gaming. We’re looking for a Senior Rigger to join our team and contribute to our ongoing projects in a freelance/remote collaboration format. In this role, you will help shape the characters and animation systems behind our games, ensuring they feel responsive, expressive and alive.

Job Responsibility

Create and maintain high-quality character rigs for gameplay and cinematics
Develop efficient skinning and deformation systems
Ensure clean export and integration into Unreal Engine
Support and improve animation pipelines and workflows
Maintain, iterate and troubleshoot rigs to ensure they are stable, performant and animator-friendly

Requirements

4+ years of experience as a rigger in the video game industry
Advanced proficiency in 3DS Max (Autodesk Maya is a plus)
Experience integrating rigs into Unreal Engine (Blueprints knowledge is a plus)
Strong understanding of anatomy for deformation and rigging purposes
Strong problem-solving skills and pipeline awareness
Strong understanding of deformation, skinning, and control systems
Ability to collaborate closely with animators, programmers and technical artists

Nice to have

Solid Python skills, ideally applied to rigging tools and pipeline automation
Sensitivity to animator needs and gameplay constraints
Ability to iterate quickly and respond to feedback with flexibility
Understanding of VFX/animation sync and how animations interact with visual and sound feedback
Comfortable adapting to remote workflows and asynchronous communication (if freelance)

What we offer

Flexible working hours with the option to work remotely one day per week
Work-life balance made easier with a 35-hour work week (7-hour workday)
Competitive salary, aligned with your experience and profile
A supportive and dynamic work environment, where creativity and collaboration thrive
The opportunity to work on top-tier, high-quality games that push the boundaries of innovation
Complimentary breakfast every morning at the office to start your day right
Private health insurance subsidy to help keep you and your loved ones protected
Mental health support because we care about your well-being
Free language classes in both English and Spanish to help you grow personally and professionally
Optional benefits for transportation and dining to make your daily routine smoother
Regular social events and team gatherings, fostering a strong sense of community and fun

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