Build character systems with C++ at Arcanaut Studios as a Senior Animation Programmer. This full-time role supports remote work across British Columbia or Alberta.You will serve as a technical anchor for character systems on a AAA sci-fi action RPG. The work focuses on low-level runtime programming, animation toolchains, and procedural technologies. Collaboration with technical animators, gameplay, and cinematics will connect performance with character visuals.Key Responsibilities:

Extend UE5 native animation frameworks for custom runtime systemsFine-tune Pose Search Databases and advanced animation techniquesOptimize multithreaded animation performance and memory usageInvestigate locomotion and animation system related bugsConduct C++ reviews and mentor technical animationRequirements:

Five or more years in qualified game developmentProven AAA development experience, preferably supporting an RPGC++ mastery within the Unreal Engine ecosystemExceptional linear algebra, quaternion, matrix, and transform knowledgeStrong cross-department collaboration skillsBring senior C++ expertise, three dimensional mathematics, and Unreal Engine animation knowledge to Arcanaut Studios character systems.

📌 Senior C++ Character Systems Programmer (Winnipeg)
🏢 Arcanaut Studios
📍 Winnipeg