Senior Animation Engineer - American Football

Electronic Arts4 months ago
Orlando, FL, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Are you a passionate and experienced engineer with a love for American football? Are you constantly seeking new and innovative ways to bring virtual worlds to life through animation? If so, Electronic Arts is looking for you! As a Senior Animation Engineer for American Football, you will be responsible for developing cutting-edge animation systems and tools for our popular sports games. We are seeking a talented individual with a strong technical background, a deep understanding of animation principles, and a passion for creating immersive gaming experiences.

Electronic Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement cutting-edge animation systems and tools for American football games.
  • Collaborate with designers, artists, and other engineers to create immersive and realistic animation for in-game characters.
  • Utilize a strong technical background and understanding of animation principles to troubleshoot and improve existing animation systems.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in animation technology, and make recommendations for implementation in game development.
  • Work closely with the game design team to ensure animations enhance gameplay and overall player experience.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior animation engineers on best practices and techniques.
  • Continuously test and debug animation systems to ensure they meet performance and quality standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to determine project needs and priorities.
  • Actively contribute to the development and improvement of the animation pipeline and workflows.
  • Provide technical support and assistance to other team members as needed.
  • Stay organized and meet project deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and management to provide updates on animation progress and any potential issues.
  • Demonstrate a passion for American football and a desire to create the most realistic and immersive gaming experience possible.

Required Skills

Cross-functional collaboration
American football gameplay knowledge
Cutting-edge animation system development
Real-time performance optimization
Mentorship and team leadership
In-depth understanding of animation principles
Debugging and quality assurance
Tool creation for game development