(Frisco, TX â Hybrid/Remote Options Available)
𧞠About the Role
Gearbox Entertainment, the studio behind Borderlands, Tiny Tinaâs Wonderlands, and Brothers in Arms, is looking for a Senior Animation Programmer to join their game development team. Youâll work closely with animators, riggers, and designers to build and refine the animation systems that bring rich, genre-defining worlds to life.
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Position Highlights
⢠Full-time, hybrid or remote
⢠Based in Frisco, Texas (HQ)
⢠Part of the 2K Games family
⢠Competitive pay and benefits
⢠Work on AAA titles and iconic franchises
đ What Youâll Own
⢠Collaborate with animation and design teams to prototype, implement, and refine animation tools and pipelines
⢠Build robust runtime systems for procedural animation, IK, compression, and more
⢠Optimize and debug code to improve performance and functionality
⢠Write clear documentation for both technical and non-technical users
⢠Lead architectural design sessions and code reviews
⢠Mentor junior programmers and contribute to overall tech direction
⢠Support cross-functional strike teams with well-integrated animation systems
đŻ Must-Have Traits
⢠5+ years of experience in animation engineering in the games industry
⢠Deep knowledge of C++ and animation systems (IK, physics-based movement, etc.)
⢠Familiar with animation authoring tools (Maya, Max, MotionBuilder)
⢠Strong problem-solving and communication skills
⢠Experience with shipped console titles
⢠Able to work across disciplines and collaborate in agile dev teams
⢠Bachelorâs degree in Computer Science, Game Design, or equivalent experience
Bonus Points For
⢠Experience with Unreal Engine
⢠Background in first-person shooter animation systems
⢠Passion for building intuitive tools for designers and animators
đĄ Why Itâs a Win for You
At Gearbox, youâll help shape the look and feel of award-winning games while working with passionate, collaborative teams. Whether remote or onsite, youâll have creative input, technical ownership, and the backing of a company that believes in storytelling across every mediumâfrom games to film to consumer products.
âď¸ Call to Action
If youâre ready to push the limits of game animation and make your mark on some of the industryâs most beloved IP, apply now and join the team redefining whatâs possible in interactive entertainment.