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Roblox

Senior Software Engineer, Avatar Animation

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$139.50K - $183.90K/yr

As Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Animation team, you will leverage the Roblox game engine and tools to build groundbreaking experiences that push the boundaries of what is possible on the ...

NEW YORK EDGE, INC

Jr. Animation Specialist

Hollis, NY · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

... summer programming in New York City, serving thousands of students annually across all five ... software like Dragonframe, and a deep grasp of animation principles and techniques. The ideal ...

Spinplay Games

Game Designer

Las Vegas, NV

$148K/yr

The Game Designer works in a collaborative small team environment with a group of exceptionally talented artists, animators, software engineers, and game designers to provide the best gaming ...

ARTHREX

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Works productively and harmoniously with other developers, 3D animators, modelers and artists in a ... Proficiency in software testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), debugging and optimizations ...

Douglas

Advanced Product Engineer

Alexandria, MN

$124.10K - $149.10K/yr

... animation software are required. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: * Requires B.S. degree in Design Technology and or related field and a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience or equivalent ...

Velan Studios

Gameplay Animator (Senior+/Lead)

Troy, NY · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

You will be actively collaborating with artists, engineers and designers to develop amazing ... Expert in Maya or equivalent 3D animation software. * Hands-on experience working in-engine, with ...

PSRTEK

Voice to Face Avatar expert

San Jose, CA · On-site

Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, C++, or Java. * Experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar. * Experience with animation software/avatar ...

Velan Studios

Gameplay Animator (Senior+/Lead)

Troy, NY · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

You will be actively collaborating with artists, engineers and designers to develop amazing ... Expert in Maya or equivalent 3D animation software. * Hands-on experience working in-engine, with ...

Velan Studios

Gameplay Animator (Senior+/Lead)

Troy, NY

$110K - $150K/yr

You will be actively collaborating with artists, engineers and designers to develop amazing ... Expert in Maya or equivalent 3D animation software. * Hands-on experience working in-engine, with ...

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How much do animation software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for animation software engineer in the United States is $147,524.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Animation Software Engineer do?

An Animation Software Engineer develops and optimizes software tools, frameworks, and pipelines used in animation production. They collaborate with animators, artists, and technical teams to improve workflows, enhance rendering performance, and integrate new animation technologies. Their work often involves programming in languages like C++, Python, or CUDA, and using graphics libraries such as OpenGL or DirectX.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Animation Software Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Animation Software Engineer, you need strong programming skills (C++, Python, or similar), a background in computer graphics or animation technologies, and often a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with graphics APIs (such as OpenGL or DirectX), 3D animation software (like Maya, Blender), and version control systems is frequently required. Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills set candidates apart in collaborative production environments. These capabilities are vital for developing robust, efficient animation tools and ensuring seamless integration into creative pipelines.

What does an average workday look like for an Animation Software Engineer?

On a typical day, an Animation Software Engineer collaborates closely with artists, animators, and other engineers to develop and refine tools and systems that power animation workflows. Daily responsibilities often include writing and optimizing code, troubleshooting technical issues, participating in design discussions, and integrating feedback from creative teams. The work environment is highly collaborative, requiring frequent communication to translate artistic needs into technical solutions. This role can be fast-paced, especially when meeting project deadlines, but also offers the satisfaction of seeing your tools and features directly impact the quality of animated content.
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Senior Software Engineer, Avatar Animation

Senior Software Engineer, Avatar Animation

Roblox

San Mateo, CA • On-site

$139.50K - $183.90K/yr

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Posted 12 days ago

Job description

As Senior Software Engineer on the Avatar Animation team, you will leverage the Roblox game engine and tools to build groundbreaking experiences that push the boundaries of what is possible on the platform. Your efforts will not only help create amazing content, but more importantly, will help us highlight issues, improve and extend our animation tech, tools and pipeline for all developers. These efforts will enable our game developers to create engaging and delightful experiences for our millions of players.

We are looking for a software engineer who is passionate about animation and world class user experiences including both usability and performance.. You need to be proficient in C++ and have experience working on animation systems and tools. Prior experience with animation for games / interactive experiences is a huge plus.

You Will:
  • Help develop experiences that push the quality bar beyond what was previously thought possible on the platform
  • Analyze existing animation tech and tools and determine what is needed to meet a project's objectives
  • Author documentation on issues, improvements and feature requests for all aspects of character animation tech on Roblox
  • Work closely with gameplay engineers to implement gameplay interactions using animation tech
  • Implement innovative solutions to feature requests and collaborate with the Roblox avatar animation team on larger features
  • Have fun working with our internal content teams and community developers to improve the overall state of animation on Roblox
You Have:
  • 8+ years of experience for with knowledge of character animation, game engines and tools
  • Proficiency in C++: Strong C++ programming skills with an ability to write high quality, performant code; experience with Lua is a plus
  • Passion about interactive: You are driven to build amazing experiences with great animations for users on the platform
  • Foundation oriented mindset: You believe that strong 3D math skills and a well thought out code architecture are important
  • Performance focus: You embrace software performance considerations, with an ability to implement performant solutions for platforms including mobile
  • Personally Motivated: Self-sufficient, self-organized and able to take ownership of a project throughout its full lifecycle
  • A Team player mentality: Ability to work closely with and inspire the rest of your team while displaying excellent interpersonal and communication skills

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