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Game Animation Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Komodo Co., Ltd.

Gameplay Engineer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are now building our first fully in-house title, a competitive PVP action game focused on ... Unreal physics, animation, and UI systems Preferred Qualifications * Experience developing ...

Komodo Co., Ltd.

Gameplay Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are now building our first fully in-house title, a competitive PVP action game focused on ... Unreal physics, animation, and UI systems Preferred Qualifications * Experience developing ...

Komodo Co., Ltd.

Senior Staff Gameplay Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are now building our first fully in-house title, a competitive PVP action game focused on ... Unreal physics, animation, and UI systems Preferred Qualifications * Experience developing ...

Komodo Co., Ltd.

Senior Staff Gameplay Engineer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are now building our first fully in-house title, a competitive PVP action game focused on ... Unreal physics, animation, and UI systems Preferred Qualifications * Experience developing ...

DevSelect

UX Motion Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

Design, Action, Motion, Software, Videography, Games * O-D to 4-D * Web Assembly * Progressive Web Applications * 3-D Animation / motion * Web GL * Animation Libraries * D3 * Three JS * GreenSock

Skydance

Audio Lead (Games)

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$125K - $165K/yr

Define and champion the overall audio vision, ensuring it aligns with the game's tone, narrative ... animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be ...

DigiPen

Adjunct Faculty - Fine Arts (Evergreen)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$4.7K - $7.9K/wk

... Science, Game Design, Digital Audio and Music, Computer Engineering, and Digital Art and Animation, as well as Master's degree programs in Computer Science and Digital Art. DigiPen Institute of ...

DigiPen

Adjunct Faculty - Music (Evergreen)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$1.0K - $9.0K/mo

In addition, students will have the opportunity to put their skills to work by composing and recording music for student animation and video game projects. After completing the application process ...

Skydance

Senior Systems Engineer

Seattle, WA · Hybrid

$160K - $185K/yr

The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive/games, and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there ...

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How much do game animation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for game animation in Seattle, WA is $169,700.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $176,400.00 and $176,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in game animation, and why are they important?

To thrive in Game Animation, you need a strong understanding of animation principles, character rigging, and a solid portfolio demonstrating your artistic and technical abilities. Expertise in industry-standard software such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, and game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine is typically required. Soft skills like creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are highly valued for collaborating with designers and developers. These skills are crucial for bringing characters and worlds to life, ensuring animations meet the visual and interactive needs of modern video games.

What is a game animation?

A Game Animation job involves creating the movement and behavior of characters, creatures, and objects in video games. Animators use software like Maya, Blender, or Unity to bring life to models through keyframe animation or motion capture techniques. They work closely with designers, artists, and programmers to ensure animations are smooth, realistic, and enhance gameplay. Strong knowledge of timing, weight, and fluid motion is essential for making animations feel natural and immersive.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in game animation?

A typical day for a Game Animator involves creating and refining character and object animations, collaborating with game designers and programmers to ensure animations integrate smoothly into the game engine, and reviewing feedback to make necessary adjustments. Animators often attend team meetings to discuss project goals, sync up with other departments, and troubleshoot animation issues as they arise. Depending on the studio, you may also be involved in motion capture sessions or prototyping new animation systems. This role requires a balance of technical skill and creative input, making teamwork and adaptability especially important in fast-paced development cycles.

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Infographic showing various Game Animation job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $169,700 per year, or $81.6 per hour.

Game Research & Development Intern, Engine Research

LightSpeed Studios

Bellevue, WA • On-site

$28.27 - $60/hr

Full-time

Medical

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Business UnitLIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and devices.About the Hiring TeamLightspeed Tech Center is a R&D department under Lightspeed Studios which develop PUBG Mobile and other high-quality games. Our Tech Center leads the research, exploration, and discovery of innovative technologies and provides technical services for all games during all phases of life cycle, including engine, audio, QA, AI, next generation game, technical cooperation, etc.What the Role Entails

Working with scientists to research and develop advanced techniques in the following topics:

  • 3D geometric learning,
  • Re-meshing and UV optimization,
  • Physically-based animation and simulation
  • Machine learning for computer graphics
  • Motion planning in virtual city
  • Character locomotion and control
  • realistic image synthesis and real-time rendering techniques
  • Researching and developing tools and pipelines to facilitate the use of technologies in the game development environment
Who We Look For
  • Strong coding skills in one of following programming languages: C++, python, TensorFlow/Torch
  • Solid knowledge in calculus, linear algebra, basic numerical analysis
  • A strong sense of responsibility and good communication skills

Plus:

  • Graduate students in a master or Ph.D. level program
  • Publications on computer graphics/vision, machine learning, and robotics
  • Familiarity with game engine, graphics APIs, and GPU programming

Location State(s)

US-Washington-BellevueThe expected base pay range for this position in the location(s) listed above is $28.27 to $60.00 per hour. Actual pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position will be eligible for 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked and up to 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, full-time interns are also eligible to enroll in the Company-sponsored medical plan.Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.

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