Senior Programmer – Animation Specialist

nDreams

Senior Programmer specializing in animation to develop character technology at nDreams. Collaborating with teams to enhance VR gameplay and mentor other programmers.

Posted 4/20/2026full-timeRemote • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Node.jsUnreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop core animation systems for VR gameplay
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of animation with gameplay and narrative
Influence innovation in procedural animation, IK systems, and runtime rigging
Participate in setting technical direction and long-term strategy for animation technology
Ensure high code quality, good maintainability, and clear, robust documentation.
Mentor and support junior and mid-level programmers, fostering growth and excellence
Partner with project leadership, QA and production to ensure animation features meet quality and delivery goals
Evaluate and introduce new tools, techniques, and middleware to enhance workflows

Requirements

What you’ll need

Thorough understanding of Unreal Engine’s animation blueprints and control rig, including customization of the editor, custom node creation and Metahuman pipeline.
Advanced knowledge of C++ including high-performance programming.
Familiarity with modern Unreal Engine animation concepts like motion matching, performance capture, and Metahuman animation.
Understanding of animation principles and real-time implementation.
Proven track record in VR development and performance optimization.
Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Experience with Metahuman character optimization, Mutable, and DNA pipelines (nice to haves).
Experience with Shotgrid based content pipelines, including Shotgrid API (nice to haves).

Benefits

Comp & perks

flexible hours
duvet days
your birthday off
dedicated personal development time and support
regular socials
excellent holiday offering
pension scheme
health insurance
life cover and much more

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Hard Skills & Tools

C++Unreal Engineanimation blueprintscontrol rigmotion matchingperformance captureMetahuman animationprocedural animationIK systemsruntime rigging

Soft Skills

problem-solvingcommunicationleadershipmentoringcollaboration