Software Engineer - Animation & Rigging

Netflix Animation Studios (NAS) is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Animation & Rigging to join their Vancouver team. As part of their mission to create bold, immersive animated films, you'll work within a cross-functional R&D team focusing on tools from Rigging and Layout to Final Animation. The role offers a competitive compensation range of $120,000 - $210,000 and requires minimum 2 days per week in office.

The position demands 8+ years of experience in character rigging and animation workflows, with strong proficiency in C++ and Python development. You'll be responsible for developing and maintaining high-end animation tools, contributing to a state-of-the-art rigging framework, and working closely with artists to create intuitive workflows.

Netflix Animation Studios offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision coverage, mental health support, retirement programs, and family-forming benefits. The company strongly values inclusion and diversity, fostering a collaborative environment across their global locations.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge animation technology while collaborating with world-class artists and technical teams. The position can be tailored to either a generalist role touching the entire tech stack or focus more specifically on back-end or user-facing libraries, depending on your skillset and interests.

Working at Netflix Animation Studios means being part of one of the world's leading entertainment services, with a reach of 283 million paid memberships across 190+ countries. You'll contribute to shaping the future of animation while working on projects that entertain and impact audiences globally.