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Cloud Chamber

Senior Gameplay Animator

Novato, CA

$124K - $142K/yr

... animation that matches the visual style of the game, using both keyframe and augmented mocap techniques. * Work closely with programmers and designers to support a multitude of features.

Cloud Chamber

Senior Gameplay Animator

Novato, CA · On-site

$124K - $142K/yr

... animation that matches the visual style of the game, using both keyframe and augmented mocap techniques. * Work closely with programmers and designers to support a multitude of features.

2K

Senior Gameplay Animator

Novato, CA · On-site

$124K - $142K/yr

... animation that matches the visual style of the game, using both keyframe and augmented mocap techniques. * Work closely with programmers and designers to support a multitude of features.

2K

Senior Gameplay Animator

Novato, CA

$124K - $142K/yr

... animation that matches the visual style of the game, using both keyframe and augmented mocap techniques. * Work closely with programmers and designers to support a multitude of features.

Epic Games

Senior Technical Designer in Animation

Cary, NC · On-site

$98K - $112K/yr

Work closely with the Animation, Design, and Engineering departments to analyze, troubleshoot, and solve in-game animation implementation issues and animation-related technical challenges * Closely ...

Epic Games

Technical Designer in Animation

Cary, NC · On-site

Collaborate with Design and Engineering to troubleshoot and resolve in-game animation issues and technical challenges * Identify opportunities to improve the animation pipeline and workflow, and ...

Ten4

Senior Gaming Animator

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$129K - $148K/yr

Join forces with designers and engineers to create characters that are expressive and that still ... Experience with in-game animation and Maya * College/University Degree in Character Animation or ...

Ten4

Senior Gaming Animator

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$129K - $148K/yr

Join forces with designers and engineers to create characters that are expressive and that still ... Experience with in-game animation and Maya * College/University Degree in Character Animation or ...

Roblox

3D Animator (Short Term)

San Mateo, CA · On-site

Iterate quickly based on feedback from animation leads, designers, and engineers * Export ... Strong experience in character animation , with a focus on creating believable, game-ready ...

Bonfire Studios

Gameplay Animator (Senior/Principal)

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$113K - $129K/yr

The game that connected you with friends, and made you feel like you belonged? If a game has ever ... Partnering with animation, engineering, and tech art to help shape rigs, tools, and animation ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for game animation programmer in the United States is $92,636.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24,000.00 and $145,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Game Animation Programmer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 66% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 31% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,636 per year, or $44.5 per hour.

Senior Technical Gameplay Animator

PlayStation Global

Santa Monica, CA

$119K - $135K/yr

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Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

This is a hybrid / onsite position.  

For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Part I and Part II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we're busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us!

Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.

What you will do:

  • Create high quality animation content supporting the newly developed behaviors and systems and implement it in engine
  • Work with the animation leadership on defining and maintaining the style and quality bar of the in-game animation
  • Collaborate with the Animation, Design, and Engineering teams to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve in-game animation implementation issues and animation-related technical challenges
  • Take ownership of challenging projects and provide innovative solutions, including mentoring team members and creating documentation
  • Contribute to the strategic development of internal technologies and artistic processes
  • Facilitate the creation and implementation of tools and techniques that allow the building of complex and high-quality animation systems
  • Innovate and streamline animation pipeline processes and workflows

What skills you will use: 

  • 5+ years of industry experience in gameplay animation for games
  • Proven track record of creating visually stunning animations for diverse game genres
  • Full understanding of in-game animation tools like state machines, blend trees, IK solvers, etc.
  • Expertise with mocap and keyframe based digital content creation pipelines built on Maya or Motionbuilder
  • Proficiency in Python, C#, C++ or other programming languages is required
  • Proactively contributes to the progress of the team and the project

As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete an animation test. 

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