# Senior Gameplay Animation Software Engineer at 2K

Small Axe Studios, 2K's newly formed Vancouver-area development house, is seeking a Senior Gameplay Animation Software Engineer to architect animation systems for an upcoming sports franchise. You'll own complex animation-driven mechanics including locomotion, physical interactions, and object manipulation, working directly with animators, designers, and engineers to translate authentic athletic movement into interactive gameplay. The role demands both technical depth in animation systems and collaborative communication across disciplines to build foundational features that will be iterated and refined throughout development.

Ideal candidates hold a computer science degree or equivalent experience, with at least three years in animation or gameplay systems. You should be proficient in C++, strong in 3D math and linear algebra, and have hands-on implementation experience with inverse kinematics, procedural animation, or keyframe techniques. Beyond the technical skills, this position rewards someone with a genuine passion for both video games and sports culture—someone who understands the nuances of field sports and can spot when character movement feels authentic or off.

This is a full-time position in Burnaby, British Columbia offering a base salary of $96,400–$142,660 annually plus bonus potential, equity, comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 14 paid holidays, and 15–25 vacation days. AAA development experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5, along with Python or C# familiarity, are valued additions to your background.

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

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