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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 ...

ARTHREX

OR ¡ On-site

Works productively and harmoniously with other developers, 3D animators, modelers and artists in a ... Voluntary Life Insurance * Flexible Spending Account (FSA) * Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident ...

Epoch Games

3D Game Animator

Winston Salem, NC

Company Description Epoch Games is a volunteer-based, all-online, global game development team. We ... Self-motivated and able to troubleshoot animation software challenges * Online communication ...

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 ...

Douglas

Advanced Product Engineer

Alexandria, MN ¡ On-site

$124.10K - $149.10K/yr

... editing software, and various animation software are required. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE ... volunteer time off, along with holiday pay and paid time off.

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 ...

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How much do animation software engineer volunteer jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for animation software engineer volunteer 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Animation Software Engineer Volunteer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Animation Software Engineer Volunteer, you need a strong foundation in computer science principles, programming (often in C++, Python, or JavaScript), and a familiarity with animation or graphics concepts. Experience with animation software frameworks (such as Blender, Maya APIs, or Unity) and version control systems like Git is typically expected. Creativity, collaboration, and effective problem-solving are standout soft skills in this position. These skills ensure you can contribute meaningfully to animation projects, support team workflows, and build reliable, innovative tools or features.

What are the most common challenges faced by Animation Software Engineer Volunteers when collaborating with creative teams?

Animation Software Engineer Volunteers often work closely with artists, animators, and designers to translate creative visions into technical solutions. One common challenge is bridging the communication gap between technical and creative team members, as they may use different terminology and have varying priorities. Volunteers must be adaptable, patient, and proactive in seeking feedback to ensure that software tools meet both artistic requirements and technical constraints. Additionally, managing time effectively while contributing on a volunteer basis can require careful prioritization and clear communication with the team.

What does an Animation Software Engineer Volunteer do?

An Animation Software Engineer Volunteer assists with developing, maintaining, and improving software tools used in creating animations. They may help design or optimize animation pipelines, write scripts or plugins, and troubleshoot technical issues for animators. Volunteers often collaborate with artists, designers, and other engineers to enhance the animation process, usually in a non-profit, open-source, or educational setting. Their contributions help make animation software more efficient and accessible to users.
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Senior Software Engineer, Avatar Animation

Senior Software Engineer, Avatar Animation

Roblox

San Mateo, CA

$139.50K - $183.90K/yr

Other

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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