3D Animator

Join the team building Defcon Zero

Come define the look of the next generation of RTS. We are looking for a 3D Animator for Defcon Zero, our flagship strategy title. Its a gritty, high-fidelity RTS built on Unreal Engine 5.

We are looking for a versatile 3D animator who is a master of movement and a technical problem-solver. As an Animator at Triarts, you will be responsible for bringing our world to life - from animating organic humanoids and creatures to mechanical units and transforming structures.

What You Will Do

• Design and execute high-quality, loopable gameplay animations for a wide variety of units.

• Bring vehicles and structures to life through deployments, mechanical transitions, and transformations.

• Work closely with our rigging team to test rigs and provide feedback for animation-friendly setups.

• Ensure all assets are optimized for real-time performance and seamless integration into Unreal Engine 5.

• Work across different animation styles, from organic animal movement to rigid, mechanical precision.

Requirements

Technical Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in game animation, with a strong portfolio showcasing gameplay animation.

• Proficiency in Maya (preferred) or Blender.

• Solid understanding of working with IK/FK setups and character rigs.

• Ability to animate hard-surface models like vehicles, buildings, and machinery.

• Exceptional grasp of timing, weight, and silhouette for gameplay-oriented animations.

• Proven experience animating quadrupeds and animals, not just bipeds.

• Fluent in English (Written and Spoken).

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Unreal Engine 5 (Control Rig, State Machines)

• Knowledge of Python or scripting for animation tools

• Rigging or skinning experience is a plus.

• Genuine passion for RTS games and the strategy genre.

Who You Are:

• Thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where clear communication is key.

• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and actively anticipate potential issues before they arise.

• View feedback as a vital tool for professional growth rather than personal criticism.

• Demonstrate a proactive attitude and a hunger to learn new tools and pipelines independently.

What We Offer

• The Forefront of PC Dev: Break away from the mobile market. Join one of the few studios in Israel dedicated to building high-fidelity, hardcore PC strategy games using the latest Unreal Engine tech.

• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy the best of both worlds with a flexible model that balances in-studio collaboration with work-from-home focus time.

• A Veteran Team: Work alongside passionate developers who care deeply about the RTS genre and hold themselves to high artistic and technical standards.

• Growth Potential: Grow alongside the studio. As Defcon Zero expands, so does your influence and responsibility.

• Direct Impact: You aren't just a number in a massive hierarchy. Your work will directly shape the final game, and your contributions will be visible on screen.

• Collaborative Culture: Join a dedicated group of passionate gamers and artists. We cultivate a workspace that balances a friendly, grounded atmosphere with the rigorous professional standards required to ship a top-tier title.