Technical Director of Animation

2 weeks ago

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Skillsearch Limited Full time

Are you experienced in the gaming sector and looking for your next opportunity as a Technical Director? Skillsearch is helping a gaming company hire a full-time Technical Director Animation in Oxford, and the role comes with a great salary and benefits package.

As a flexible Technical Director Animation, you will play a key role in defining and delivering technology strategy with a focus on creativity to push the boundaries to deliver world-class animation systems.

To give you an idea of how this flexible role would look and feel, here are some of the things you could expect to do:

  • Take a lead role in planning and prioritising work on current and future animation systems in the company's internal engine, setting roadmaps for the team to develop features
  • Lead a team of talented Animation Programmers using best practice people management techniques, maintaining morale, and creating an atmosphere of creativity and enthusiasm
  • Proactively monitor, find, and address all types of performance issues using IDE performance tools
  • Perform code reviews in different areas, spotting bugs, suggesting improvements, and providing constructive feedback

To apply for this role, you will need an advanced understanding of C++ and software engineering principles. The following are also required:

  • Previous experience leading a high-performing programming team
  • A solid coding background, ideally with detailed knowledge of internal workings of animation systems
  • Expert knowledge of potential pitfalls across a range of platforms and the ability to use debugging tools to solve any potential issues.

You will receive an excellent salary and a fantastic benefits package including medical insurance, healthcare cash plan, dental & vision insurance, income protection scheme, critical illness cover, life assurance, discounts, and digital freebies.

If this full time Technical Director Animation job in Oxford motivates and inspires you, please contact Alfie at today.

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