Unity Animator & Programmer for #1 VR Sports Game

Gym Class VR, the leading vr game and top-rated title on the Meta Quest platform, is seeking a skilled Unity Animator & Programmer to join their team. As a key member, you'll bring the virtual worlds of Gym Class to life through captivating character animations and intricate programming.

• Millions of players enjoy playing basketball with friends in Gym Class VR.
• The vr game has garnered recognition as the #1 most played sports game in virtual reality.
• Gym Class VR is backed by renowned investors, including Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Y Combinator, and NBA.

Your Role in Shaping the VR Game

This is a pivotal role in shaping the immersive experience of Gym Class VR. You will play a crucial role in bringing the game's virtual worlds to life by crafting captivating character animations. Your programming expertise will be vital in creating intricate state machines and blend trees within the realm of Virtual Reality.

• Collaborate with co-founders, artists, content creators, backend and Unity engineers to ensure seamless integration of animations into Gym Class VR.
• Contribute to creating an immersive and unparalleled player experience in the vr game.

Key Responsibilities as a VR Game Animator

This position demands a strong understanding of Unity and character animation principles tailored specifically for the vr game environment.

• Develop high-quality character animations optimized for Virtual Reality experiences.
• Focus on realistic movement, gestures, expressions, and actions in Unity.
• Collaborate closely with character artists to ensure seamless alignment of animations with character models.
• Utilize your programming skills to design and implement state-of-the-art VR-friendly animation controllers, state machines, and blend trees for character behaviors and interactions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Unity animation issues related to the vr game.
• Contribute creative solutions for character animation and VR programming challenges.
• Assist in refining animation pipelines, tools, and processes tailored for VR, ensuring optimal animation production workflows.
• Collaborate with programmers to seamlessly integrate animations into the VR game engine, focusing on performance, interactivity, and player comfort.
• Iterate on animations and VR interactions based on feedback from team members and user testing, implementing necessary adjustments and enhancements.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in VR animation techniques and programming practices.

Essential Skills for VR Game Development

Success in this role requires a strong foundation in Unity and extensive experience with character animation in the context of vr games.

• 6+ years of experience creating animations and state machines for game characters in Unity.
• Strong knowledge of Maya and Unity.
• Experience with character rigging and IK and FK systems.
• Experience with BlendShape animations.
• Proven experience as a Unity Animator with a strong portfolio showcasing character animations tailored for Virtual Reality games.
• Proficiency in using Unity's animation tools, Mecanim, animation curves, and programming state machines for VR.
• Solid understanding of character anatomy, movement, and acting principles in a VR context.
• Experience programming state machines, blend trees, and animation controllers in Unity using C#, with a focus on VR performance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail, dedicated to delivering top-tier VR animations and interactivity.
• Strong knowledge of performance trade-offs and optimization for mobile VR (GPU and CPU impacts).
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams, communicating seamlessly with artists, designers, and programmers.
• Passion for VR gaming and a keen interest in pushing the boundaries of character animation and programming within the VR space.
• Strong understanding of mocap processes and capturing real life data for animation clips.
• Experience or interest in ML/AI based animation systems a big plus.

Joining the Gym Class VR Team

Gym Class VR offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of social gaming and virtual reality. The company provides an energetic and collaborative environment where you can grow your career alongside a world-class team.

• You will have the chance to ship company-critical work that directly impacts the vr game.
• You will receive valuable feedback from a passionate and engaged community of players.

Benefits and Compensation

Gym Class VR values its employees and offers a competitive compensation package that includes:

• Equity.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Salary ranges may be inclusive of several career levels and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location.