Senior Software Engineer – UI Animation Systems

About the Position

... create world-changing products using God-given talents . ..

Project Description

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who will:

• Significantly advance our rigging and animation capabilities across Maya, Unreal Engine, and desktop standalone environments.
• Leverage the strengths and “look and feel” of the platform DCC products while integrating core standalone functionality for a high-quality, performant, maintainable, and extensible codebase.
• Deliver features that measurably improve rigger and animator workflows and resulting content quality.

Project Stack and Team

We are a software technology company in the entertainment industry focused on providing the best-animated character tools for creators to elevate the experience of the way immersive stories are made and told.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-performance UI for character animation pipelines in C++ with Qt.
• Architect scalable UI frameworks for Ozone’s proprietary platform and industry-standard DCCs.
• Collaborate with artists, riggers, and engineers to ensure tools meet both creative and technical needs.
• Lead architectural decisions and contribute to long-term planning around tools and interfaces.
• Develop and integrate features for DCC tools and real-time engines (Maya, Houdini, Unreal Engine).
• Operate as a trusted partner to Product and Engineering in shaping the technology roadmap.
• Contribute to documentation, technical standards, and internal knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Main Requirements:

  • 5+ years of production experience in film, TV, or games, developing tools and UI for content creators.
  • Expert-level C++ (C++20) and object-oriented design. Proficient in Python.
  • Expertise in Qt and PySide development.
  • Experience building tools and plugins for DCC applications and engines (Maya, Houdini, Unreal Engine).
  • Familiarity with GitHub or other version control packages.
  • Proven effectiveness thriving in a fully remote, high-accountability, distributed team.

• Good to Have:

  • Understanding of 3D math, linear algebra, geometry processing, and character deformation techniques.
  • Animation, rigging, and deformation technology experience.
  • GPU programming proficiency.

We Offer

• Work your way – Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere, with flexible hours that match your natural rhythm.
• Work with global clients – Collaborate directly with international teams to create real impact.
• Great people, no micromanagement – Join a supportive, results-focused team where you’re trusted to do your best work.

This flexibility allows developers:

• A better work-life balance
• Increased productivity
• The ability to work any time around the clock
• Reduction in commute time
• Design your ideal daily schedule.
• Build a career, not just a job.
• Work smarter, not longer.
• More time with family and friends

Job Details

• Job Category: UI Animation Systems
• Job Location: LATAM / US
• Skills: C++, Python, Qt / PySide
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Senior

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