The company is pioneering the era of physical intelligence, transforming the lived world through advanced technologies. We are seeking a hands-on, production-proven Senior Character Rigger to join our team. This role is focused on building high-quality, animator-friendly rigs in Autodesk Maya for real-time 3D and AR/VR experiences. As a specialist rigger, you will be responsible for actively building, debugging, and shipping rigs in production. This position is ideal for individuals who are deeply hands-on in their craft.
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Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and deliver production-ready character and creature rigs in Autodesk Maya
- Own skeleton setup, skinning, and deformation systems
- Create stable and animator-friendly control rigs
- Collaborate with animators for efficient workflows
- Ensure rigs meet real-time engine constraints (Unity / Unreal)
- Debug and enhance rigs based on feedback
- Maintain existing rigs with a focus on quality and consistency
Qualifications:
- Expert-level rigging experience specifically in Autodesk Maya (non-negotiable)
- 5+ years of professional experience in character or creature rigging
- Proven experience in shipping real-time 3D projects
- Strong understanding of anatomy, deformation techniques, and animation fundamentals
- Experience with Unity or Unreal pipelines from a rigging perspective
- Excellent communication skills
Nice to Have:
- Experience with cloth, hair, or secondary motion setups in real-time environments
- Familiarity with motion capture and mocap cleanup workflows
- Understanding of character modeling and texturing pipelines
Portfolio Requirement:
Applicants must provide a portfolio demonstrating:
- Multiple fully constructed character or creature rigs
- Evidence of personal, hands-on contribution
- Quality of deformation and usability of control design
What Working At the company Offers:
- Culture: Collaborative and globally minded team focused on amplifying human potential through technology.
- Impact: Work on projects of national and global significance across diverse sectors.
- Growth: Opportunities for learning and collaboration with leaders in various technology fields.
- Rewards: Competitive compensation package including healthcare, education support, and generous leave benefits.
Candidates should be comfortable presenting their rigs and articulating the decision-making process behind their creation.
Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
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