Senior Rigger

Responsibilities

• Create robust and easy-to-use character rigs in Maya
• Develop high-performance mesh and deformation systems
• Ensure clean export and seamless integration into Unreal
• Support and improve the animation production chain and workflows
• Analyze and resolve issues related to rigging, deformation, and engine integration
• Optimize rigs for real-time performance
• Collaborate closely with Animation, Technical Art, and Engineering teams
• Contribute to the evolution of internal tools and pipeline best practices

Requirements

• Solid expertise in character rigging for video games
• Excellent mastery of rigging workflows in Maya
• Deep understanding of deformation, mesh, and control systems
• Hands-on experience with Unreal, including Blueprints
• Proficiency in Python scripting applied to technical animation workflows
• Experience in large-scale game productions
• Ability to support projects with a high volume of characters (e.g., MOBA or hero-based games)
• Strong understanding of real-time optimization constraints
• Strong problem-solving skills and pipeline vision
• Experience in facial rigging, including joint-based, blendshape, or hybrid systems

About the Company

Ubisoft is a global leader in video games, with teams located all over the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed to Rainbow Six, Just Dance, and many more.